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Delaware City Man Wins $10,000 Top Prize Playing Bullseye Bingo Instant Game

Dover, DE — Lynn Gillespie, a 75-year-old man from Delaware City, DE has claimed a $10,000 top prize from the Delaware Lottery’s Bullseye Bingo Instant Game. The winning ticket was purchased at Shore Stop #287 – Bear Creek, located at 906 S. DuPont Highway, New Castle, DE. Gillespie claimed his prize at Delaware Lottery Headquarters on November 24, just days before Thanksgiving.

Gillespie, who usually buys just one ticket at a time and plays for the chance to win, said he was stunned when he realized he had hit the $10,000 top prize. After scratching the ticket, he asked the store manager to confirm what he was seeing, and even after that, he sat stunned in his car for a moment, trying to process the good news.

He said he plans to use the winnings to do “a little something for everyone,” including treating himself, his wife, and taking care of some long-delayed home projects now that the extra funds are available.

“We’re always thrilled to see players enjoy these exciting wins,” said Helene Keeley, Director of the Delaware Lottery. “We’re happy for this winner and hope his prize brings some joy and comfort to him and his family. As always, we remind everyone to keep the fun in playing by doing so responsibly.”

The Bullseye Bingo Instant Game costs $5 and gives players the chance to win up to $10,000 instantly. Players can find Bullseye Bingo and our new line-up of Holiday-themed games for the perfect gift for anyone on your list at Delaware Lottery retailers throughout the state.

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