Luck has once again smiled upon southern Florida.
A Hendry County resident has become a multimillionaire after winning a top prize in the Florida Lottery, thanks to a scratch-off ticket bought at a Naples gas station.
The Florida Lottery confirmed on its website that Agustín García Guerrero, 58, from LaBelle, claimed a $5 million prize from the popular instant game $5,000,000 CA$H MONEY.
García Guerrero visited the lottery's headquarters in Tallahassee on December 8 to complete the official ticket validation process and formally collect his winnings.
He chose the lump-sum payment option, allowing him immediate access to the funds. This decision resulted in a payout of $3,053,000 before state and federal taxes.
This one-time payment method is a common choice among winners, as it provides greater financial flexibility and instant access to the capital.
The winning ticket was purchased at the Sunshine gas station located at 17100 Tamiami Trail East in Naples, Collier County.
As is customary, the business will receive a commission for selling the winning ticket, which not only benefits the establishment but also tends to increase its visibility and customer traffic following the public announcement of the prize.
The $20 scratch-off game, "$5,000,000 CA$H MONEY," is one of the most popular in the Florida Lottery's lineup. It offers four top prizes of $5 million, features more than 7.3 million winning tickets, and distributes over $328 million in cash prizes.
With an overall win probability of 1 in 2.93, this game attracts many players compared to other games of chance.
Scratch-off games have become the primary revenue driver for the Florida Lottery, accounting for approximately 74% of total ticket sales in the state during the fiscal year 2024-2025.
Since their inception, these games have awarded more than $66.9 billion in prizes, created around 2,350 millionaires, and generated over $20 billion for the Educational Enhancement Trust Fund, which supports school programs, scholarships, and infrastructure improvements in Florida.
García Guerrero's win adds to the stories of thousands of winners whose lives are transformed by instant games. With millions of residents regularly participating in the lottery, this new top prize highlights the economic and social impact of these games while underscoring the importance of promoting responsible gaming.
For the lucky LaBelle resident, a ticket purchased at a Naples gas station marked a turning point, ending the year with an extraordinary windfall.
FAQs About Florida Lottery Wins
How much did Agustín García Guerrero receive after taxes?
Agustín García Guerrero chose the lump-sum payment option, receiving $3,053,000 before state and federal taxes.
What is the probability of winning in the $5,000,000 CA$H MONEY game?
The overall probability of winning in the $5,000,000 CA$H MONEY game is 1 in 2.93.
How does the Florida Lottery contribute to education?
The Florida Lottery contributes to education by generating over $20 billion for the Educational Enhancement Trust Fund, which supports school programs, scholarships, and infrastructure improvements in Florida.