The Warsaw Police Department just dropped the heat on a bold trio they say is behind a multi-county theft ring—and we talkin’ stolen lottery tickets, gift cards, and a whole getaway scheme that feels like something out a movie.
Coordinated Crime Spree
Authorities say this smooth‑moving crew has been wreakin’ havoc across Onslow, Duplin, and Sampson counties, running slick scams on convenience stores by using non-working CashApp and YouTube gift cards to “buy” Visa gift cards and lottery tickets—but when the system activates the goods…they snatch ’em and dip.
Here’s The Timeline of Hits
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June 20 – The suspects hit multiple stores in Jacksonville and Beulaville, pullin’ the ol’ “broken gift card” trick before one suspect grabs activated goods and dashes.
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June 21 – They made their way to Best Mart off I-40 in Warsaw. This time, a cashier got wise to the hustle—but it was too late. The suspect snatched the tickets and ran like the rent was due, hopping in a white Volkswagen SUV with Florida plates.
Once the goods were in hand, sources say the trio slid over to Clinton, Jacksonville, and other nearby towns to cash in the stolen lottery tickets—allegedly walkin’ away with a bag before law enforcement got wind.
Suspects On The Run
Police are now searching for:
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Two Black males, early-to-mid 20s, with braids or dreads
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One Black female, also in her 20s
They’re believed to be traveling together in the white Volkswagen SUV with a Florida license plate.
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