The mystery winner of the $1.3 billion Powerball prize earlier this month has been revealed — and it’s a heartwarming story.
The lucky ticket was purchased in Oregon by 46-year-old Cheng Saephan, an immigrant from Laos who’s been battling cancer for eight years.
Saephan purchased the ticket at a Plaid Pantry store in Portland for the April 6 drawing. Plaid Pantry will also receive a $100,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket.
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Saephan chose to take his winnings as a lump sum payout, which will equal $422 million after taxes. It will be split amongst himself (he’ll take 50%), his
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