Lincolnton, NC, December 9, 2025
Roy Burgess, a 42-year-old inmate, escaped from the Lincoln Correctional Center in Lincolnton, North Carolina, but was apprehended in South Carolina a day later. Burgess, serving a sentence for larceny, raises concerns about security protocols at minimum-security facilities. His quick capture demonstrates effective inter-agency cooperation. He will await extradition to North Carolina while further investigations are conducted by authorities.
Lincolnton, NC – Escaped Inmate Captured in South Carolina
Lincolnton, NC – Roy Burgess, a 42-year-old inmate who escaped from the Lincoln Correctional Center in Lincolnton, North Carolina, on December 7, 2025, was apprehended the following day in York County, South Carolina. The capture was the result of a collaborative effort between the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the York County Sheriff’s Office.
Details of the Escape and Capture
Burgess, serving a one-to-two-year sentence for larceny with a scheduled release date in January 2027, escaped from the minimum-security prison on Sunday afternoon. Authorities were alerted to his absence, prompting an immediate search. On December 8, 2025, agents from SLED and deputies from the York County Sheriff’s Office located and arrested Burgess in York County, South Carolina. He will remain incarcerated in South Carolina while awaiting extradition proceedings to return him to North Carolina. The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation continue to investigate the escape.
Background on Roy Burgess
Burgess has a criminal history spanning nearly 20 years, primarily involving low-level felonies. His escape from the Lincoln Correctional Center has raised concerns about security protocols at minimum-security facilities. The swift resolution of this case underscores the importance of inter-agency cooperation in maintaining public safety.
Statement from the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction
Leslie Cooley Dismukes, Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction, expressed gratitude for the assistance from SLED, York County, the NC SBI, and the Gastonia Police Department. She emphasized the critical role of strong partnerships in operations and in keeping communities safe.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What was Roy Burgess convicted of?
Roy Burgess was serving a one-to-two-year sentence for larceny, with a scheduled release date in January 2027. He has a criminal history spanning nearly 20 years, primarily involving low-level felonies.
How was Burgess captured?
Burgess was apprehended in York County, South Carolina, on December 8, 2025, following a collaborative effort between the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) and the York County Sheriff’s Office.
What is the current status of Burgess?
Burgess remains incarcerated in South Carolina while awaiting extradition proceedings to return him to North Carolina. The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation continue to investigate the escape.
Who is Roy Burgess?
Roy Burgess is a 42-year-old inmate with a criminal history spanning nearly 20 years, primarily involving low-level felonies. He escaped from the Lincoln Correctional Center in Lincolnton, North Carolina, on December 7, 2025.
What is the role of the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction?
The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is responsible for overseeing the state’s correctional facilities and ensuring the safe and secure custody of inmates. They are currently investigating the escape of Roy Burgess.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Inmate Name | Roy Burgess |
| Age | 42 |
| Escape Date | December 7, 2025 |
| Capture Date | December 8, 2025 |
| Location of Capture | York County, South Carolina |
| Sentence | One-to-two-year sentence for larceny, scheduled release in January 2027 |
| Criminal History | Nearly 20 years, primarily low-level felonies |
| Investigating Agencies | North Carolina Department of Adult Correction, North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation, South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED), York County Sheriff’s Office |
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