A New Jersey lottery player recently scored a significant win, claiming a staggering $2.8 million Jersey Cash 5 jackpot. This grand prize was drawn on December 5, making it the 60th win for the Jersey Cash 5 game in 2025. The winning ticket was purchased in Monmouth County, specifically at One Stop Food Store located on Main Street in Belford, Middletown.
$2.8 Million Jersey Cash 5 Jackpot Details
The jackpot amount totaled $2,849,336. For selling the winning ticket, the retailer has received a bonus of $2,000. This represents the largest individual win in the Jersey Cash 5 game for the current year. Previously, a record $3.8 million jackpot was shared between two players on October 7.
Winning Numbers and Upcoming Draws
The winning numbers for the December 5 draw were:
- 05
- 10
- 17
- 33
- 38
- 43
The XTRA number was 02, and the Bullseye was 33. According to the New Jersey Lottery, the estimated jackpot for the next Jersey Cash 5 drawing on December 6 is $150,000.
Other Lottery Wins in New Jersey
Monmouth County experienced another stroke of luck as a separate player won $1 million in the Cash 4 Life game on the same day. This player matched five numbers but did not hit the Cash Ball for the grand prize. The winning ticket was sold at Country Farm on Route 524 in Howell Township.
Cash 4 Life Winning Numbers
The winning numbers for the Cash 4 Life ticket on December 5 were:
- 34
- 44
- 50
- 51
- 58
- Cash Ball: 01
This marks the sixth occasion a Cash 4 Life prize of at least $1 million has been awarded in New Jersey. Notably, a top prize of $7 million was won in a May 14 drawing by a player from Union County.
About Cash 4 Life
Cash 4 Life is a daily lottery that allows participants from multiple states, including New Jersey, to play for significant prizes. A ticket costs $2, with an additional option to add a doubler for $1 more. Players select five numbers from 1 to 60 and a Cash Ball from 1 to 4. Winning the top prize offers $1,000 a day for life, or a cash option of $7 million.
The recent wins reaffirm the excitement surrounding lottery games in New Jersey. Players are encouraged to participate as the chances for extraordinary wins continue to attract enthusiastic participants.
