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9/11 hero wins ‘financial freedom’

By Emily Leayman
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9/11 hero wins ‘financial freedom’

An American hero touched by tragedy in 9/11 finally found his lucky day.

Carmelo Mercado, 63, a firefighter forced to retire due to health ailments from 9/11, scored $5 million in a New York Lottery jackpot, according to the New York Post.

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