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Florida Walmart worker charged with stealing customer's winning lotto ticket
By Rebecca Cohen | NBC News at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· June 23, 2026
· 3 min read
A Florida woman is facing felony charges after she took a Walmart customer’s winning lottery ticket, totaling $2,700, police records show.
Tameka Hall, 40, is facing one felony charge of grand theft of property valued between $750 and $5,000, according to an arrest affidavit from the Volusia S...
Key takeaway Tameka Hall, 40, is facing one felony charge of grand theft of property valued between $750 and $5,000, according to an arrest affidavit from the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The incident in Florida serves as a warning to local residents in Trophy Club to be vigilant when cashing in winning lottery tickets. While the crime occurred outside of Texas, it highlights the potential for theft at retail establishments that sell lottery tickets. Residents in Trophy Club who play the lottery should ensure they receive their tickets back after verification and be cautious of any instructions that require them to leave the premises without their winning ticket. It's also a reminder for local businesses to review their protocols for handling lottery tickets and to train employees on the proper procedures to prevent similar incidents from occurring. The fact that the store manager in Florida was able to review surveillance video and identify the suspect suggests that local businesses in Trophy Club should also have measures in place to monitor and prevent theft.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? A Florida woman is facing felony charges after she took a Walmart customer’s winning lottery ticket, totaling $2,700, police records show.
Tameka Hall, 40, is facing one felony charge of grand theft of property valued between $750 and $5,000, according to an arrest affidavit from the Volusia S...
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