Swindled

01. The Lucky Winner (Eddie Tipton)

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Jan 7, 2018
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ANECDOTE

Bowling for False Teeth

  • Nick Perry, a Pittsburgh TV celebrity, hosted shows like "Bowling for Dollars."
  • A 92-year-old contestant surprised everyone by winning the jackpot and using it to buy false teeth.
ANECDOTE

The Triple Six Fix

  • Perry rigged the Pennsylvania Lottery's daily numbers game in 1980, known as the "Triple Six Fix."
  • He injected lottery balls with paint to weigh them down, leading to a $3.5 million win.
INSIGHT

Lottery Security Concerns

  • Access and trust are crucial security concerns for lottery organizations.
  • New technology introduces new vulnerabilities, highlighting the need for robust security measures.
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