8th January 2025 – (Hong Kong) In a historic draw on 7th January, the Mark Six lottery announced a staggering HK$128 million jackpot, with two winning tickets being sold, including one that netted an impressive HK$69.23 million from a modest HK$10 bet. Rumours have circulated that the fortunate winner is a member of the Small Boat Division of the Marine Region, which has generated significant interest within the police community.
The lucky winner, a 36-year-old marine police officer surnamed Lam, reportedly purchased the ticket online during his spare time. Initially, upon discovering the winning numbers, he was incredulous and thought he might have misread the results. Seeking reassurance, he called on colleagues to help verify the numbers, expressing concern that he might have made a mistake. Eventually, he confirmed his win and shared a screenshot of the winning ticket, further fuelling excitement and chatter among his peers.
Remarkably, sources indicate that Lam does not have a regular gambling habit, which adds a fascinating twist to his extraordinary stroke of luck. He typically does not engage in betting activities and had only placed this bet as a one-off event.
Following his life-changing news, Lam has decided to resign from his role, expressing a desire to “enjoy life” after receiving the substantial prize. This win continues a notable trend of police officers hitting the jackpot in the Mark Six lottery. In 1995, former Commissioner of Police Lee Ming-kwai famously won HK$38 million alongside colleagues, receiving approximately HK$7 million as his share. Such occurrences have led to discussions about the implications of police officers winning large sums in lotteries and the potential impact on public perception.
The winning numbers from the recent draw were 8, 13, 18, 23, 31, and 47, with the special number being 16.
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