High Schooler Confesses to Mother’s Murder, Calls Family for Help

Fayetteville Teen Accused of Murdering Mother, Body Hidden in Garage Bin

• A 17‑year‑old from Fayetteville is charged with first‑degree murder after killing his mother, 49, and hiding the body in a garage bin.
• On February 10, he called a grandparent to confess the stabbing and then dialed 911 to request his own arrest.
• Police entered the home, finding the mother emerging from a recycling container in the garage; she was dead with stab wounds.
• A note left on the kitchen table explained his motive, though the exact wording was withheld from the public.
• The teen also displayed self‑harm: cuts on his hands and blood on his clothing.
• Authorities have taken him into custody as an adult; no other suspects are involved.

Implications

• The case highlights the need for robust mental‑health support for teens and better family responses to distress signals.
• Law enforcement officials confirm the investigation is ongoing.