MIAMI (WSVN) - A Miami man is now celebrating his newfound wealth after he won $1 million form a scratch-off ticket.

According to the Florida Lottery, 55-year-old David Montalvo claimed a $1 million top prize he won from a $5 GOLD RUSH CLASSIC scratch-off ticket.

Montalvo chose to receive a lump sum payment of $705,000.

Lottery officials said Montalvo purchased the ticket at a Publix near Kendall. The Publix will also receive a $2,000 bonus commission for selling the ticket.

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