ESSEX, MD—A cosmetologist is set to retire after winning a $50,000 top prize on a Maryland Lottery scratch-off ticket.

The Essex man, who had worked as a cosmetologist for 20 years, bought the winning Gold Bar Bingo ticket on January 2 at Crazy Mart, located at 1705 Pennsylvania Avenue in Baltimore. He chose the $5 Gold Bar Bingo 5th Edition scratch-off ticket, which he said he sometimes plays in addition to Mega Millions and Powerball.

The man revealed the big win the day of his purchase and celebrated by jumping and shaking with excitement. He later shared the news with his family and some work friends.

The man said he will use some of the winnings to prepare for and enjoy retirement.

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