Another cautionary tale: When the money dried up, he returned to his old job.

26.02.2026 11:11

Michael Carroll, who won £9.7 million in the lottery at the age of 19 in England, squandered his fortune within eight years. Notable for his cautionary tale, Carroll returned to working as a binman after his money ran out.

Michael Carroll, whose life changed dramatically after winning approximately £10 million in the lottery at the age of 19 in England. Having become a millionaire at a young age, Carroll squandered his fortune within eight years and returned to his old job.

HE WON £9.7 MILLION

Michael Carroll won a massive jackpot of £9.7 million in 2002 while working as a binman at the age of just 19. The prize, which was equivalent to about £10 million at the time, was widely discussed in England.

HE SPENT THE MONEY ON PARTIES AND GAMBLING

Carroll spent his winnings on drugs, gambling, parties, and women. The young millionaire, who lived a luxurious lifestyle, saw his fortune rapidly diminish over the years. Shortly after, Carroll raised the bankruptcy flag and began working as a binman again.

Another cautionary tale: When the money dried up, he returned to his old job.

Michael Carroll, who won £9.7 million in the lottery at the age of 19 in England, squandered his fortune within eight years. Notable for his cautionary tale, Carroll returned to working as a binman after his money ran out.

HE WON £9.7 MILLION

HE SPENT THE MONEY ON PARTIES AND GAMBLING

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