Fall River claims whopping $15 million instant ticket prize purchased at Somerset store

A local winner hit a big haul on a Massachusetts instant game.

According to the Massachusetts State Lottery, the P.M. Investment Trust of Fall River has claimed a $15 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “Massachusetts Millionaires’ Club” instant ticket game.

The trust, represented by trustee Joseph H. Silvia, chose to receive its prize in the form of a one-time payment of $9,750,000 (before taxes).

The winning ticket was purchased at Correia & Sons Market located at 500 Read Street in Somerset. The store will receive a $50,000 bonus for its sale of this ticket.