Headstones Discovered Amid New Housing Project | Wilmington News

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 1m

Headstones unearthed amid a housing development in Burgaw have sparked a criminal investigation after developers allegedly disturbed century-old graves without notifying authorities. With permits already in hand, Clayton Homes paused work as officials scramble to determine if they knowingly violated state law requiring immediate halt and notification upon discovering human remains or markers. The site’s proximity to Pridgen Cemetery adds complexity, but it’s unclear if the toppled stones belong there—or elsewhere. If guilt is proven, the developer could face felony charges. Listen in…