Shreveport, LA, September 17, 2025
News Summary
Walter Autry from Shreveport has won $1 million in the Mega Millions lottery by matching five out of six numbers. He purchased the winning ticket at Circle K and will take home $717,500 after taxes. The store will receive a $10,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket, reflecting the positive impact of lottery wins on local businesses.
Shreveport resident Walter Autry has made headlines after winning $1 million in the Mega Millions drawing held on September 24, 2025. Autry successfully matched five out of six winning numbers, claiming his prize at the Louisiana Lottery headquarters on November 11.
Autry purchased his lucky ticket from a Circle K store located on Pines Road in Shreveport. After federal tax withholdings, he walked away with a take-home amount of $717,500. The winning numbers from the drawing were 01-06-10-23-27, with the Mega Ball being 18.
In recognition of the sale, the Circle K store where the winning ticket was purchased will receive a $10,000 selling bonus, which constitutes 1% of the prize. This bonus is part of the Louisiana Lottery’s initiative to incentivize retailers for promoting lottery games.
Felicia Thornton, the store manager at Circle K, expressed excitement about the win, noting that Autry is a regular customer at the store. The positive sentiment surrounding this win highlights the impact lottery winners can have on their local communities.
In addition to the Mega Millions, the Louisiana Lottery offers several other draw games, including Powerball, Pick 3, Pick 4, and Pick 5. The results for these games announced on September 15, 2025, included:
- Powerball: 14-15-32-42-49, Power Play: 2
- Pick 3: 6-0-2
- Pick 4: 7-9-8-0
- Pick 5: 6-7-4-5-9
Louisiana Lottery has been a significant contributor to public education in the state since its inception in 1991, transferring over $4.6 billion to K-12 public education programs. This contribution emphasizes the importance of responsible lottery play as a source of funding for educational initiatives.
All lottery retailers in Louisiana are authorized to redeem prizes up to $600. For prize amounts exceeding this limit, winners can either submit their tickets by mail to the Louisiana Lottery headquarters or claim their winnings in person. Claims for amounts greater than $5,000 must be made in person at lottery offices. Mail submissions should be directed to Louisiana Lottery Headquarters, located at 555 Laurel Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, during the office hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Due to state regulations, individual lottery winners cannot claim their winnings anonymously; the Louisiana Lottery is required to publicly announce details of the winners. However, individuals have the option to hire a lawyer to establish a trust or LLC for claiming their prizes, which may enhance privacy.
Individuals who win prizes must claim their winnings within 180 days of the drawing date, ensuring that lottery participants remain aware of the timelines involved in claiming their winnings. The Louisiana Lottery continues to introduce new games and has seen significant interest in the format changes made to the Mega Millions in April 2025, further engaging players throughout the state.
FAQ Section
What did Walter Autry win from the Mega Millions?
Walter Autry won $1 million by matching five out of six Mega Millions numbers.
Where did Autry purchase his winning ticket?
Autry purchased his winning ticket from Circle K on Pines Road in Shreveport.
How much money did Autry take home after taxes?
After federal taxes, Autry took home $717,500.
What are some other lottery games offered in Louisiana?
Aside from Mega Millions, Louisiana Lottery offers various games including Powerball, Pick 3, Pick 4, and Pick 5.
How does the Louisiana Lottery contribute to the state?
The Louisiana Lottery has transferred over $4.6 billion to K-12 public education since its establishment in 1991.
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Additional Resources
- Shreveport Times: Louisiana Lottery Results September 15, 2025
- KSLA: Shreveport Man Wins $1 Million Mega Millions
- Shreveport Times: Powerball Jackpot and Claiming Anonymously
- 97.3 The Dawg: Louisiana Lottery $2.4 Million Winner
- Wikipedia: Lottery
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