Cleveland Woman Charged In Mega Millions Fiasco
Police: Elecia Battle Admits To Filing False Claim About Winning Ticket
The charges came a day after 40-year-old Elecia Battle (pictured, left) told the public she was mistaken in thinking she bought -- and lost -- the winner and apologized to the real winner, Rebecca Jemison, of South Euclid, Ohio.Police say Battle showed up at the police station with her lawyer and admitted that she filed a false claim.The misdemeanor charge carries 30 days to six months in jail and a $1,000 fine.Battle's attorney, Sheldon Starke, said his client will plead no contest on Jan. 15.Police Lt. Kevin Nietert said police pursued the charge because protecting the lottery's integrity is important. MEGA MILLIONS WINNER ![]() |
- January 8, 2004: Ohio Woman Drops Claim To Winning Lottery Ticket
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