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Roseboro Today
By the People, for the People
Woman Severely Burned in Roseboro Home Invasion
Sampson County deputies search for suspect Franklin 'Frankie' Faircloth after alleged attack
Apr. 12, 2026 at 5:25pm
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The charred remnants of a violent home invasion expose the grim aftermath of a brutal attack.Roseboro TodayA woman in Roseboro, North Carolina suffered severe burns to two-thirds of her body after a man allegedly broke into her home, doused her in gasoline, and set her on fire. The Sampson County Sheriff's Office is searching for 29-year-old Franklin 'Frankie' Faircloth, who the victim identified as the attacker. Faircloth has not been located and is believed to be homeless and still in the Roseboro area.
Why it matters
Home invasions and violent attacks on individuals are deeply concerning for the Roseboro community, raising questions about public safety and the need for improved mental health resources and support services. The severity of the woman's injuries also highlights the trauma and long-term impacts that victims of such crimes can face.
The details
According to the Sampson County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to a 911 call about a structure fire around 10 p.m. on Saturday night on the 700 block of North Pine Street. At the scene, they found a woman with severe burns covering approximately two-thirds of her body. The victim told deputies that a man named Franklin Faircloth had forced his way into her home, doused her in gasoline, and then set her on fire before fleeing the scene on a bicycle.
- The incident occurred around 10 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
- As of Sunday afternoon, April 12, 2026, the suspect Franklin 'Frankie' Faircloth remains at large.
The players
Franklin 'Frankie' Faircloth
A 29-year-old man from Roseboro, North Carolina who is the alleged perpetrator of the home invasion and attack. He is currently being sought by the Sampson County Sheriff's Office.
Sampson County Sheriff's Office
The local law enforcement agency investigating the incident and searching for the suspect.
What they’re saying
“'The victim stated that a male by the name of Franklin Faircloth had forced his way into her home and doused her in gasoline, then set her on fire.'”
— Sampson County Sheriff's Office spokesperson
What’s next
The Sampson County Sheriff's Office is continuing its search for Franklin 'Frankie' Faircloth and urges anyone with information on his whereabouts to contact them at 910-592-4141.
The takeaway
This horrific attack has left the Roseboro community shaken and highlights the need for improved mental health resources, domestic violence prevention programs, and stronger public safety measures to protect vulnerable residents from such senseless acts of violence.
