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3 arrested, including former deputy’s stepmother, in 11-year-old homicide case
By WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 26, 2026
· 4 min read
ROBESON COUNTY, NC (WMBF/Gray News) - Authorities in North Carolina arrested three people in the Sara Graham homicide case, marking a major breakthrough in the 11-year search for the Fairmont woman who disappeared on her way to work in 2015.Deputies with the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office, along...
Key takeaway Sara Graham was 18 years old when she left her Fairmont home on the morning of Feb.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The arrests in the Sara Graham homicide case have significant implications for law enforcement in neighboring communities, including Nashville . As a former deputy's stepmother is charged with first-degree murder, it raises questions about the integrity of law enforcement agencies and their ability to police their own. The fact that Connie Graham was a former deputy at the Robeson County Sheriff's Office and her husband is a current police chief in a nearby department underscores the need for transparency and accountability within law enforcement agencies. Nashville residents should be aware of the measures in place to ensure that similar situations are handled appropriately in their own community, and that law enforcement agencies are taking steps to maintain public trust. The case also highlights the importance of cooperation between law enforcement agencies, as the FBI and U.S. Marshals were involved in the arrests, and similar collaboration may be necessary in solving crimes that affect the Nashville area.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? ROBESON COUNTY, NC (WMBF/Gray News) - Authorities in North Carolina arrested three people in the Sara Graham homicide case, marking a major breakthrough in the 11-year search for the Fairmont woman who disappeared on her way to work in 2015.Deputies with the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office, along...
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