Local News

Lottery Scam

(WOLO) MYRTLE BEACH,S.C., — Nine people have been sentenced to federal prison and ordered to pay restitution for their roles in a lottery scam that targeted elderly victims across the country. In announcing the sentences, U.S. Attorney Bill Nettles said victims would be notified that they had won a lottery or sweepstakes, but needed to pay fees or taxes in…