Man Wins $1.04 Million Playing Scratch-Off in Tyler

AUSTIN — A Tyler man changed his routine. Because of that, he is a millionaire today. Bernardo Orozco has won $1.4 million in the Weekly Grand scratch off game from the Texas Lottery.

Orozco had always limited his purchases to Monday through Saturday. After church on Sunday, Orozco decided to change up his routine. And is he glad he did. and now he has more than a million reasons to be glad he did. With his scratch off win, Orozco will receive $1,000 per week for the next 20 years.

“I always feel good when I buy Texas Lottery tickets because I know that the money goes to help good causes,” said Orozco. “But to win a prize like this is an incredible blessing for me and my family, and I am very grateful.” Orozco said he plans to donate some of his winnings to his church and is planning to buy a new house. He also said he’ll keep buying his tickets on Sundays.

Orozco purchased his ticket at the Panaderia De Leon located at 323 North Beckham Avenue in Tyler. The retailer is eligible for a $10,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket.

Orozco is the second person this month to win at least $1 million after playing the lottery in Tyler. Local resident Rickey Henderson claimed a $1 million scratch-off prize in early August.