Officer Accused of Prostitution and Fraud | Greenville News

Greenville News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Sep 5, 2026 · 1m

A Spartanburg County police officer, Fredrick Trent Payne, 43, was arrested on serious charges including prostitution, fraud against a federally chartered bank, and obstruction of justice. He allegedly paid $203 for sexual acts at Royal Spring Massage in May 2026 and later filed a fake $276 fraud claim with Founders Federal Credit Union — which he actually used his card for in person, triggering an overdraft. He also allegedly lied to investigators. Payne had prior ties to local law enforcement, including being fired from the Sheriff’s Office in July 2024, and his current status with Pacolet…