Man Arrested After Alleged Burglary at Williams Chapel Church in Mobile

MOBILE, Ala. (BuzzReport) — A Mobile man is behind bars after police say he broke into a local church late Sunday night and stole property from the building.

According to the Mobile Police Department, officers responded to Williams Chapel Church, located at 2674 Hayles Street, on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at approximately 10:44 p.m. following reports of a burglary.

Upon arriving at the scene, officers determined that a male suspect had allegedly gained entry into the church by entering through a window. Investigators say the suspect then stole property from inside the building before being apprehended.

Police identified the suspect as 49-year-old Luchino Hall. Following the investigation, Hall was arrested and transported to the Mobile County Metro Jail, where he was booked on burglary-related charges.

Authorities have not released additional details regarding the items that were allegedly taken from the church or whether any damage was caused to the building during the break-in.

The investigation remains ongoing, and anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Mobile Police Department.

Church burglaries are often especially troubling to congregations, as houses of worship serve as places of faith, community gathering, and outreach. Incidents involving theft or property crimes at churches can have a significant impact on both church members and the surrounding community.

Further information is expected to be released as the case progresses through the criminal justice system.