Two unclaimed $50,000 Powerball tickets in Indiana nearing expiration deadlines
Indianapolis, Indiana – Lottery officials are urging players across Indiana to check their tickets after two Powerball prizes worth $50,000 each remain unclaimed and are approaching their expiration deadlines. If the winning tickets are not presented in time, the prize money will be forfeited.
According to lottery officials, both tickets matched four white balls and the Powerball number, qualifying each for a $50,000 prize. The tickets were sold in different cities and correspond to separate drawings held in late summer 2025.
Two Tickets Near Expiration
One of the winning tickets was purchased at Indy Mart, located at 3005 E. 10th St. in Indianapolis, for the August 30, 2025 drawing. The deadline to claim this prize is February 26. The winning ticket must be claimed no later than 4:30 p.m. ET on that date at the Hoosier Lottery Prize Payment office, located at 1302 N. Meridian St. in Indianapolis.
The second winning ticket was purchased at Lassus Handy Dandy #46, located at 8830 Coldwater Rd. in Fort Wayne, for the September 6, 2025 drawing. This prize will expire on March 5, and the winning ticket must be claimed no later than 4:30 p.m. ET that day at the same Hoosier Lottery Prize Payment office in Indianapolis.
Lottery officials stress that tickets must be presented in person before the deadline. Failure to do so will result in the loss of the prize.
Winning Numbers and Claim Guidance
The winning Powerball numbers for Saturday, August 30, are 3-18-22-27-33 with a Powerball of 17.
The winning Powerball numbers for Saturday, September 6, are 11-23-44-61-62 with a Powerball of 17.
Players who purchased tickets around those dates are encouraged to carefully check wallets, vehicles, drawers, and other storage places where tickets may have been stored and forgotten.
Officials also advise winners to protect their ticket by keeping it in a secure location and signing the back to establish ownership. Before claiming the prize, winners may wish to consult a financial advisor to better understand tax obligations and financial planning options.
For specific claim instructions, ticket holders can contact Hoosier Lottery customer service at 1-800-955-6886.
With the deadlines fast approaching, lottery officials say now is the time for players to double-check their tickets. A forgotten slip of paper could still be worth tens of thousands of dollars — but only if it is claimed before time runs out.
