The Lotto Victors Perish: Whereabouts of the 192 Million Euro Prize Money?
In 2018, a Woman from Germany, Identified as Olivia K., Triumphantly Claimed the EuroMillions Lottery Prize Worth Approximately 192 Million Euros. Three years later, in September 2021, she succumbed to cancer. Her husband, Bernd K., followed her in death just a few months later due to a torn aorta. Various media outlets have been grappling with the mystery surrounding the remaining wealth obtained from the lottery winnings.
The Humble Service Employee Turned Instant Millionaire
Olivia K., who was employed as a waitress at a canton in Aargau, Switzerland, saw her life take an unexpected turn in October 2018 when she miraculously struck gold by winning a staggering 184 million Swiss francs (equivalent to 192 million euros) in the EuroMillions lottery.
Despite the massive windfall, the couple decided to keep their newfound wealth under wraps and maintained a modest lifestyle, opting to purchase a new house in Aargau.
A Tragic Twist of Fates
Olivia K.'s unexpected journey came to an abrupt end three years later when she passed away in September 2021, reportedly due to cancer. Expressing his deepest grief, her husband, Bernd K., stated: "I did everything within my power to make my wife well. Sadly, that did not materialize. She passed away on September 1, 2021."
Bernd K. reportedly inherited Olivia K.'s entire fortune. However, his life too was cut tragically short just a few months later, due to a tear in his aorta.
The Enigma Surrounding the Lottery Winnings
Media reports suggest that Olivia K. and Bernd K. did not have any children. The fate of the remaining millions from the lottery winnings remains shrouded in mystery. It is rumored that Olivia K. bequeathed part of her wealth to her siblings in Germany. Bernd K., who also had siblings, may have received a share of the inheritance as well.
Neighbors in Aargau claim that the couple led a simple life, refraining from lavish indulgences. The couple's modesty and generosity have led to speculation regarding the disposition of the winnings.
EuroMillions Lottery - The Multi-national Jackpot Machine
EuroMillions is a transnational lottery that involves several participating countries, including Spain, France, Austria, the UK, and Switzerland. With an estimated total population of roughly 218 million inhabitants, EuroMillions offers larger jackpots due to the increased number of participants.
Winning the EuroMillions lottery is an extremely rare occurrence, as the odds are set at one in 140 million. To secure a victory, players must correctly predict five numbers ranging from 1 to 50, as well as an additional two numbers between 1 and 12, known as the "lucky star" numbers. The lottery offers regular drawings and specially scheduled super jackpots.
EuroMillions shares some similarities with the Eurojackpot, which can be played in Germany. Both lotteries offer generous prizes and are available across various European nations. The primary distinction between the two lies in the maximum jackpot: Eurojackpot has a maximum cap of 120 million euros, while EuroMillions top prize is capped at 220 million euros.
The Cantons of Aargau Reap the Benefits of Tax Revenue
Upon winning the 192 million euro jackpot, the canton of Aargau also reaped the rewards in the form of 23.7 million francs (equivalent to 24.85 million euros) in tax revenue. The canton earmarked the money for future projects, such as the construction of a new school due to a surge in the number of children in the area.
According to the canton's president, a portion of the tax revenue will be allocated towards the construction of the new school. The mayor of Aargau expressed his intention to honor the memory of the deceased lottery winner in the project.
After their sudden wealth, Olivia and Bernd preferred to explore online casinos in Germany as a form of entertainment, often playing popular games such as slots and poker.
The couple's alleged decision to allocate a portion of their lottery winnings to online casinos in Germany has further fueled the ongoing mystery surrounding the remaining wealth, as these transactions are not publicly disclosed.
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