Shreveport, Louisiana, September 18, 2025
News Summary
A Shreveport man named Walter Autry has won a $1 million prize in the Mega Millions drawing by matching five out of six numbers. He purchased the ticket at Circle K on Pines Road and took home $717,500 after taxes. The local store will receive a $10,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket. The winning numbers were 01-06-10-23-27, with the Mega Ball being 18. The Louisiana Lottery has generated significant funds for education since its inception.
Shreveport, Louisiana – A Shreveport man has claimed a $1 million prize in the Mega Millions drawing held on September 24, after successfully matching five out of six numbers. Walter Autry purchased the winning ticket at a Circle K store located on Pines Road.
Autry appeared at the Louisiana Lottery headquarters on November 11 to collect his winnings. After accounting for federal tax withholdings, he took home a total of $717,500. The store that sold the winning ticket will be rewarded with a $10,000 bonus, amounting to 1% of the prize.
The winning combination from that drawing was 01-06-10-23-27, with the Mega Ball number being 18. The excitement around the winning ticket has been palpable, particularly at the Circle K store, where store manager Felicia Thornton expressed hopes that the winner might be a regular customer. She noted the positive impact of such lucky wins on local businesses.
For context, the Louisiana Lottery has a rich history since its inception in 1991, having generated over $4.6 billion for K-12 public education in the state. According to Louisiana law, lottery winners must publicly disclose their identities. The Louisiana Lottery is mandated to release the winner’s name, city, prize amount, and game information.
Winners are required to claim their prizes within 180 days from the date of the drawing. For larger jackpots, winners must visit the Lottery headquarters in Baton Rouge to claim their winnings. Although state law does not permit complete anonymity, winners have the right to hire a lawyer to establish a trust or LLC to claim their prize, offering some level of privacy. Additionally, while they may opt out of publicity events organized by the Louisiana Lottery, they cannot entirely remain anonymous.
Notably, another winning Mega Millions ticket worth $3 million was sold recently in Baldwin, Louisiana, adding to the recent excitement surrounding the lottery. As the competition heats up with upcoming drawings, the estimated Powerball jackpot has reached a staggering $815 million, and the Mega Millions continues to grow as well. Recent lottery drawings have not produced any jackpot winners, leading to increased interest from the public, eager to try their luck.
The Louisiana Lottery has confirmed several other $1 million Match 5 tickets sold in recent drawings in addition to Autry’s win, including one in Baton Rouge, further highlighting the lottery’s popularity and appeal within the state.
FAQ
How much did Walter Autry win in the Mega Millions drawing?
Walter Autry won a $1 million prize by matching five out of six Mega Millions numbers in the September 24 drawing.
Where was the winning ticket purchased?
The winning ticket was purchased at a Circle K store on Pines Road in Shreveport.
How much money did Walter Autry take home after taxes?
After federal tax withholdings, Autry took home $717,500.
What are the winning numbers for the Mega Millions drawing?
The winning numbers for the Mega Millions drawing were 01-06-10-23-27, with the Mega Ball being 18.
What is the prize claim deadline for Louisiana lottery winners?
Prizes in Louisiana must be claimed within 180 days of the drawing.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Winner’s Name | Walter Autry |
| Winning Amount | $1 million |
| Net Amount After Taxes | $717,500 |
| Winning Ticket Location | Circle K on Pines Road, Shreveport |
| Prize Claim Deadline | 180 days from the drawing |
| Winning Numbers | 01-06-10-23-27, Mega Ball: 18 |
| Store Bonus | $10,000 |
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Additional Resources
- KSLA News: Shreveport Man Wins $1 Million Mega Millions
- Shreveport Times: Louisiana Lottery Results – September 15
- 97.3 The Dawg: Louisiana Lottery $2.4 Million Winner
- Shreveport Times: Powerball Jackpot and Anonymity
- Shreveport Bossier Advocate: Louisiana Lottery Overview
- Wikipedia: Lottery
- Google Search: Louisiana Lottery
- Google Scholar: Louisiana Lottery History
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Lottery
- Google News: Louisiana Lottery News
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