LANSING, April 30, 2002 – Ibrahim Ali Ahmad of Shelby Township recently scratched off a Michigan Lottery "Casino Riches" instant ticket worth $10,000!

The winning ticket was purchased at Citgo, 22024 Van Dyke Ave., in Warren.

The lucky 35-year-old said he has played Michigan Lottery games for the past 10 years and was very pleased to win such a large prize.

"Everyone was very happy for me when I told them I had won $10,000," Ali Ahmad said. "It’s very nice to win such a great prize!"

Ali Ahmad, who enjoys fishing in his free time, said he has no specific plans for his winnings, but there is no doubt he and his wife, Zeian, will enjoy their newfound wealth.

"Casino Riches" is just one of many Michigan Lottery instant games available at more than 9,000 Lottery retailers statewide.

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