Incredible Lottery Win

In an exciting turn of events, a Hong Kong marine police officer has cashed in on a staggering HK$69 million (approximately US$8.9 million) jackpot from a simple HK$10 bet placed via phone call. This jaw-dropping win has quickly stirred buzz within the police community and beyond.

Details of the Winning Ticket

Sources reveal that the winning ticket, amounting to HK$69,234,020 from the Mark Six lottery, was purchased by the officer, who currently serves in the marine police's small boat division and is on leave to celebrate this unexpected fortune.

Responsible Betting

Interestingly, the officer ensured that he did not buy the lottery ticket during his working hours. Instead, the lucky bet was made over a phone call, steering clear of the city's betting stations. The unexpected windfall has the officer and his family overjoyed as they plan a short celebration before he resumes his duties.

A History of Wins

This fortunate win isn't an isolated incident; history shows that police personnel have previously enjoyed similar luck in the Mark Six lottery. Notably, in 1995, former police commissioner Dick Lee Ming-kwai was among a group of 12 officers who collectively walked away with HK$3.16 million each from the same lottery.

The Current Lottery Scene

Adding to the excitement in the lottery sphere, just recently, Hong Kong's record Mark Six jackpot surpassed HK$138 million (US$17.7 million) on Tuesday night, split between two winning tickets. With nearly HK$330 million in bets placed, the draw yielded numerous winners—including fourteen tickets that shared the second prize of HK$844,560, and 651.5 tickets that shared the third prize of HK$48,390.

Cultural Significance of Gambling

In a city where gambling is deeply ingrained in the culture, this marine officer’s win highlights not only personal triumph but also ignites excitement across lotteries in Hong Kong. Could more police officers be next to hit the jackpot? The thrill of the game continues!