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Would-be lottery winner sues ex who "ghosted" him after she claimed $5 million lottery prize on his behalf

The phenomenon of 'ghosting,' typically associated with relationships and online dating, has made an unexpected appearance in a lottery lawsuit. In a twisted tale of fortune and deceit, our focus lies on a would-be lottery winner who has sued his ex-partner for allegedly running off with a $5 million lotto jackpot that he says belonged to him.

Relationship Promises Turned Lottery Lawsuit

According to available reports, the couple had been in a long-standing relationship, during which they had agreed that if any of them were to win the lottery, they would split the winnings. But, seemingly every bit felt like fiction when the woman claimed the lottery ticket on behalf of her then-partner and subsequently disappeared.

Broken Promises and a Lost Fortune

The woman ghosted her ex-partner after she claimed the lottery prize, severing all contacts and moving to an undisclosed location with the winnings. The would-be winner, left empty-handed, alleges that he purchased the lottery ticket with his money and had entrusted his then-partner to cash the ticket and collect the winnings. He's now seeking justice in a court of law.

Don’t Let This Happen to You!

While we await the courtroom drama to unfold, there’s an invaluable lesson here for all lottery enthusiasts. If you have a winning ticket, handle the prize claim yourself. Make sure you sign your ticket and keep a record of the purchase. In case you cannot appear personally, ensure you entrust someone indisputably trustworthy.

Stay tuned to The Lottery Lab for more interesting and unusual lottery stories. Let's hope justice is served, and the right person ends up with the winnings. Remember, the lottery can change lives overnight - just make sure it changes yours the way you want it to!