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Whatever you do don't fuck up the wheel! I have to agree with what the general response on here is. I'm an aircraft mechanic and this type of shit happens more often than id like it to.
The lug nut sheared. Whether it was due to overtorque or defective material doesn't matter. This would be my sugguestion if you did decide to do it yourself. Its the same process as removing a rivet.
Find a punch with a point tip and with a hammer center the punch on the stud. You are trying to create an indentation as a guide for your drill bit when drilling the stud. I would sugguest you use a drill bit that is a size smaller (if not two) than the diameter of the stud. Place your drill on the indent created by your punch and starting slowly and increasing speed drill through. You only need to get slightly passed where the lug nut sits so you should not come in contact with the wheel. After that it should be pretty easy to come off.
If you don't feel comfortable doing this, then dont. I would suggest you take it to a professional. Keep us updated.
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