Raleigh, North Carolina - Michael Harrington of Raleigh, North Carolina, received an unexpected windfall when he won a $200,000 prize through a second-chance jackpot, according to a press release from the North Carolina Education Lottery.

Harrington, in a state of shock, recounted the moment of realization, stating,

I had to read the email three times before I realized it. The win came on Wednesday, Nov. 8, making it a memorable day.

Already harboring plans for a cruise trip with his mother, Harrington now finds himself in a position to make the vacation even more enjoyable. The prize money will be allocated to ensure his mother's cruise is well-funded, and Harrington also intends to utilize a portion of the winnings to settle outstanding bills.

After overcoming the initial disbelief, Harrington promptly visited the Raleigh lottery headquarters to claim his prize, amounting to $142,500 after taxes. Still reeling from the surprise, he remarked, I am in disbelief still, but I am excited about the unexpected turn of fortune.