Mobile Police Arrest Thomas Steele, 47, in Double Homicide Investigation on Carolina Court

MOBILE, Ala. (BuzzReport) — A disturbing double homicide investigation in Mobile has resulted in the arrest of a 47-year-old man accused of intentionally killing two family members inside a residence on Carolina Court, according to the Mobile Police Department.

Officers responded to the 2400 block of Carolina Court at approximately 1:36 p.m. on Monday, October 12, 2026, after receiving a call regarding a death investigation. Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered two female victims deceased inside the home. A male subject was detained at the scene as investigators began working to determine the circumstances surrounding the deaths.

According to investigators, further investigation revealed that the suspect, identified as Thomas Steele, allegedly used a bladed instrument to intentionally cause the deaths of two family members. Steele was subsequently arrested and transported to Metro Jail.

Authorities have not yet released the identities of the two victims. Police stated that their names will be made public after their next of kin have been notified.

The case has left serious questions surrounding the circumstances of the deadly incident, as investigators continue working to establish the full details of what occurred inside the residence. The relationship between the victims and the accused has been described by police as familial, but additional information about the events leading up to the killings has not been released.

The Mobile Police Department is asking anyone with information that could assist investigators to come forward. Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact the department at 251-208-7211. Anonymous tips can also be submitted by texting 844-251-0644 or by visiting mobilepd.org/crimetip.

As the investigation continues, authorities are expected to release additional information when it becomes available. BuzzReport will continue monitoring this developing case and provide updates as further details are confirmed.