Edwin Castro opted for the lump sum, which was just shy of $1 billion, according to California Lottery.

Castro bought the ticket that matched all five numbers plus the Powerball from Joe's Service Center in Altadena, California.

Altadena, California, resident became an overnight multimillionaire − Edwin Castro missed the title of billionaire by less than $3 million.

In Florida, it's public record to know names and identity of Powerball and Mega Millions winners. But winnings can be claimed via trust.

Who is Edwin Castro ?

On Nov. 7, 2022, the Altadena, California, resident set a record, becoming the largest lottery jackpot winner in U.S. history with his $2.04 billion Powerball prize.

Castro publicly claimed his prize almost three months later on the most romantic holiday of the ye

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