Lotto winner picks up 250000 on moate ticket

A delighted Co Westmeath man collected a cheque for €250,000 at National Lottery offices today.  

He won the prize in the Lotto Plus 2 draw on Saturday, November 15.
The winner, who wishes to remain private, bought his €6 Quick Pick winning ticket in Londis, Topaz Service Station, Athlone Road, Moate, Co Westmeath.

“I didn’t even think to check the ticket until I heard the shop had sold the winner.” the man said today as he picked up his prize.