Mathew Shipley
Matthew Shipley of Newton claimed his prize at lottery headquarters in Raleigh. Shipley had the option of receiving $25,000 a year for the rest of his life or a $390,000 lump sum. He chose the $390,000 lump sum. After required state and federal tax withholdings, Shipley took home $277,896.
Shipley purchased his ticket online.
Lucky for Life is one of six lottery games in North Carolina where players have the option of buying their tickets through a retail location or Online Play. Lucky for Life drawings are held every night.