Beaverton Man Claims $328.5 Million Powerball Jackpot

Salem, Ore. – The winner of Oregon’s first Powerball jackpot of the year is 79-year-old Abbas Shafii of Beaverton.

Shafii purchased the $328.5 million winning ticket on January 17, 2025 at the Beaverton Fred Meyer on SW Walker Road. He chose to take the lump sun option, which is worth $146.4 million. Shafii declined to be available to media but was willing to offer a brief statement about the win.

“I am overjoyed to have won the Powerball and plan to use my prize to travel, invest and share my good fortune with non-profit organizations that are close to my heart,” Shafii said.

Approximately a third of Powerball game sales are returned to the state and supports beneficiaries such as economic development, public education, veteran services, state parks and more.

Fred Meyer earned a $100,000 bonus for selling the jackpot ticket, and the store announced it would donate $50,000 to the Oregon Food Bank as part of its Zero Hunger | Zero Waste social impact strategy.

The Oregon Lottery recommends that you sign the back of your ticket to ensure you can claim any prize. In the event of winning a jackpot, players should consult with a trusted financial planner or similar professional to develop a plan for their winnings.

Since the Oregon Lottery began selling tickets on April 25, 1985, it has earned more than $16.5 billion for economic development, public education, outdoor school, state parks, veteran services, and watershed enhancements. For more information on the Oregon Lottery, visit www.oregonlottery.org.

Contact:
Melanie Mesaros
Oregon Lottery
971-719-0464
Melanie.Mesaros@lottery.oregon.gov