Time is running out for an anonymous lottery player who could be sitting on a fortune without even knowing it. A staggering £4 million Lotto jackpot from last summer remains unclaimed in London's Westminster area, with the 180-day deadline fast approaching.
The Clock is Ticking on Fortune
The winning ticket was purchased for the draw on Saturday, July 29, 2023, matching all six numbers - 09, 12, 24, 40, 41, and the bonus ball 06. Despite extensive searches and public appeals, the rightful owner has yet to step forward to claim their life-changing windfall.
Where Was the Winning Ticket Sold?
The lucky slip was bought somewhere within the Westminster postcode area, covering locations including Victoria, Pimlico, and parts of central London. Camelot UK Lotteries Limited, operators of The National Lottery, have been desperately trying to locate the ticket holder as the January 25, 2024 deadline draws near.
What Happens to Unclaimed Prizes?
If no valid claim is received by the cut-off date, both the jackpot prize and any interest earned will be transferred to National Lottery-funded projects across the UK. This means millions intended to change one person's life would instead be distributed among various good causes.
How to Check Your Tickets
Lottery officials are urging all players who purchased tickets in the Westminster area for the July draw to:
- Double-check any old tickets thoroughly
- Look through wallets, pockets, and usual storage places
- Check online accounts if you play digitally
- Contact Camelot immediately on 0333 234 50 50 if you believe you have the winning ticket
Andy Carter, Senior Winners' Advisor at The National Lottery, emphasised the urgency: "We're desperate to find this mystery ticket-holder and unite them with their winnings. This amazing prize could really make a huge difference to somebody's life."
With just weeks remaining, the search intensifies for what could be one of London's biggest unclaimed lottery prizes in recent memory.
