A lucky player in Hudson County just hit it big, becoming a millionaire in Friday night’s Jersey Cash 5 drawing, the New Jersey Lottery confirmed. The jackpot-winning ticket, worth $1,615,930, was sold at National Food Store on 75 Bleecker Street in Jersey City.
The winning numbers for Oct. 17 were 01, 16, 25, 43, and 45, with a Bullseye number of 16 and an XTRA of 04. Friday’s win marked the 53rd Jersey Cash 5 jackpot of the year and the 11th to surpass $1 million, showing just how lucky New Jersey players have been in 2025.
It wasn’t just the jackpot winner celebrating. 42 players matched four out of five numbers, earning $500 each. Among them, five lucky folks also hit the XTRA, boosting their prize to $1,500 each.
Whether it’s chasing the big jackpot or scoring smaller wins, Jersey Cash 5 continues to deliver excitement across the state. Who knows? Next time, you could be the one walking out of the store a millionaire!
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