Florence, South Carolina, September 23, 2025
News Summary
Trevor Jamir Hampton, a former FedEx employee from Florence, South Carolina, has been charged with stealing lottery tickets from a damaged shipment. The theft occurred while he was working at the FedEx facility. Authorities uncovered the crime through surveillance footage showing Hampton attempting to cash one of the stolen tickets. He faces multiple counts of intent to defraud as the investigation remains active.
Florence, South Carolina — Former FedEx Employee Charged with Stealing Lottery Tickets from Damaged Package
In Florence, South Carolina, a former employee of FedEx Ground has been formally charged with stealing lottery tickets from a damaged shipment. The individual, Trevor Jamir Hampton, 25, faces multiple counts related to the theft, which authorities say took place in August 2025.
Details of the Incident
The incident occurred on August 19, 2025, while Hampton was working at the FedEx Ground facility located in Florence. According to official reports, a package containing South Carolina Education Lottery (SCEL) scratch-off tickets was damaged during transit. While the package was being shipped to a retailer, Hampton allegedly took advantage of the situation and stole the lottery tickets from the compromised package.
The theft was uncovered after authorities reviewed security footage, which captured Hampton’s actions. The footage shows him attempting to cash one of the stolen tickets at a Cruizers convenience store in Florence shortly after the theft.
Investigation and Legal Proceedings
The South Carolina Education Lottery initiated an investigation into the incident, leading to formal charges filed by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) on September 18, 2025. Hampton was identified through both internal FedEx surveillance footage and external security cameras, confirming his involvement in the theft and subsequent attempt to cash the tickets.
Upon being taken into custody, Hampton was read his Miranda rights and allegedly admitted to the theft. The evidence against him includes surveillance footage and witness testimony, with multiple witnesses, including law enforcement officers involved in the investigation, expected to testify in support of the charges.
Charges Filed
Hampton faces two counts of Intent to Defraud, related to the theft of the lottery tickets and the attempt to cash them. These charges are part of the ongoing investigation, which is still active as authorities continue to gather evidence.
Legal and Administrative Status
Hampton has been booked into the Florence County Detention Center. The case is scheduled to be prosecuted by the 12th Circuit Solicitor’s Office. Details about Hampton’s current employment status with FedEx are not publicly available, and authorities have not indicated whether he was terminated from his position.
Ongoing Investigation
The investigation remains active, and authorities continue to gather information related to the incident. Law enforcement officials have not stated whether additional charges might be filed or if further arrests are anticipated.
Background Context
Careful handling of packages containing high-value or sensitive items is critical in logistics operations. Theft from shipping carriers not only causes financial losses but also damages consumer trust and integrity within the supply chain. In this case, the theft involved lottery tickets, which are considered valuable and are frequently targeted for fraudulent activities.
This case highlights the importance of security measures at logistics facilities and the ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies to address and prevent thefts during transit.
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