New Jersey Player Wins $589,000 Jackpot in Cash 5 Game

A New Jersey resident experienced remarkable luck by winning an impressive $585,900 prize from a popular jackpot game in the Garden State.

An anonymous winner purchased a ticket in Morris County and successfully matched all five numbers needed to claim the top prize, marking the 25th jackpot win of 2025. The retailer who sold this winning ticket will also receive a $2,000 bonus. The fortunate winner correctly guessed the numbers: 5, 26, 30, 34, and 42. The victory took place on May 18, according to the New Jersey Lottery’s official press release. Additional information about the winner is currently unavailable, although numerous participants came very close by matching four of the five numbers in the May 18 draw. Nineteen other players won $500 each by matching four numbers. Cash 5 is a popular lottery game not only in New Jersey but also across other regions. In North Carolina, a teacher secured a $172,000 prize earlier in May, and another person won $250,000 in February. South Carolina has also seen recent Cash 5 successes. Overall, Cash 5 is well-regarded for swiftly creating winners and being one of the most approachable lottery games. Although matching all five numbers is challenging, its difficulty is balanced enough to keep players motivated and interested.