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As the Powerball Jackpot for this Saturday is expected to skyrocket to an astounding one-and-a-half-billion dollars, New Jersey lottery officials have issued a stern warning about potential scams. This jackpot, the third largest in the history of Powerball, has attracted a slew of unscrupulous individuals attempting to defraud hopeful players.
Officials have reported that these scammers are peddling schemes under the false promise of “beating the lottery.” They are attempting to sell a software that allegedly generates random numbers, claiming it possesses advanced statistical knowledge of future lottery results.
However, New Jersey lottery officials have categorically stated that these claims are baseless and untrue. They have reassured the public that multiple measures are in place to ensure every drawing is conducted in a manner that is random, independent, and free from foul play.
The officials have urged players to be vigilant and to report any suspicious activities. They have reminded players that the only way to win the lottery is by purchasing tickets from authorized retailers and not by relying on dubious software or schemes.
As the excitement builds up for this Saturday’s draw, players are advised to play responsibly and to remember that the lottery, at its core, is a game of chance.