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The man behind the reported Powerball win: Who is Shlomo Rechnitz

Los Angeles businessman Shlomo Rechnitz reportedly bought a winning Powerball ticket on Jan. 12, below is a collection of stories the Jewish Journal has written about him.
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January 14, 2016

Los Angeles businessman Shlomo Rechnitz reportedly bought a winning Powerball ticket on Jan. 12, below is a collection of stories the Jewish Journal has written about him.

2014

Oct. 23: In lawsuit against Shlomo Rechnitz, many accusations but lack of clarity | by Jared Sichel

2013

May. 31: Philanthropist donates $250,000 to Mount Zion cemetery repair| by Jared Sichel

April 24: Doheny Meats buyer Shlomo Rechnitz on business, philanthropy| by Jonah Lowenfeld

April 3: Orthodox L.A. philanthropist buys Doheny meats| by Jonah Lowenfeld

2012

Dec. 12: $1 million to Superstorm Sandy victims | by Jared Sichel

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