In a high-stakes dispute over a lottery jackpot, a cashier and the store owner are vying for a $3 million prize. The case has arrived in court, and the outcome may hinge on the credibility of each party’s claims. Loto-Québec, the provincial lottery corporation, is facing pressure to resolve the matter legally.
Incident Details
On July 2025, Luisa Landucci, an employee at a Shell gas station in Rigaud, purchased a lottery ticket worth up to $3 million. This ticket fell under the “Platine 3 000 000$” category offered by Loto-Québec.
- Location: Shell gas station, Rigaud, QC
- Date of ticket purchase: July 2025
Claim to the Jackpot
After validating her ticket, Landucci contacted Loto-Québec to confirm her winnings. She expressed her intention to pay the ticket’s $30 cost prior to its validation. Subsequently, she filled out a claim form for the prize and attended a meeting at Loto-Québec where her win was confirmed.
- Initial reaction: “Total disbelief” upon hearing that her claim was rejected.
- Legal action: Landucci’s lawyers pursued Loto-Québec for recognition as the rightful winner.
Competing Claims
Akram Ben Necib Jallouli, the owner of the gas station, also asserts a claim to the prize. He expressed skepticism about the validity of Landucci’s win soon after she informed him. Jallouli reached out to Loto-Québec to discuss the situation.
- Allegations: Landucci had been repeatedly warned against validating tickets without pre-payment.
- Counterclaim: Jallouli’s company has submitted a request to Loto-Québec for the $3 million prize.
The Court’s Role
Loto-Québec has yet to distribute the funds to either party. They have indicated that the matter is now a legal dispute and that the court will ultimately decide who is entitled to the jackpot.
Renaud Dugas, spokesperson for Loto-Québec, commented on the situation, stating that the matter would be handled by the court. The high-stakes tension surrounding this case highlights the complexities involved in lottery winnings and employee regulations.
As the legal battle continues, both sides prepare to present their arguments, and the outcome remains uncertain.
