Authorities in Mobile County are actively investigating a brutal triple homicide after a mother and her two children — including a pregnant teenager — were found dead inside their residence early Monday morning in the Wilmer community.

Mobile County Sheriff Paul Burch identified the victims as 46-year-old Lisa Ferguson, 17-year-old Keziah Luker, and 12-year-old Thomas Cordell.

According to investigators, Luker was approximately eight months pregnant at the time of her death.

Her 18-month-old daughter was discovered unharmed inside the home.

The investigation began around 2:30 a.m. when a concerned family member was asked to check on the residence located in the 7900 block of Auble Moody Road.

Authorities said the concern originated from the father of Luker’s young child and unborn baby, who works offshore.

He reportedly became alarmed after noticing unusual activity on Luker’s phone through the Life360 tracking application during the early morning hours, prompting fears that something may have been wrong.

A relative who responded to the home entered and made the grim discovery, immediately contacting authorities.

Sheriff Burch stated that all three victims were found in separate rooms and had been restrained using zip ties or flex cuffs, indicating a controlled and coordinated attack.

The nature of the injuries was described as particularly violent. Ferguson suffered multiple stab wounds and had her throat slit. Luker was fatally shot, while 12-year-old Thomas Cordell’s throat was cut, and he sustained injuries consistent with near decapitation.

Investigators believe the victims were specifically targeted; however, a clear motive has not yet been established.

Sheriff Burch indicated that the case does not appear to be domestic-related.

Authorities also noted there were no signs of forced entry into the home and no evidence suggesting the victims were able to resist their attackers.

“We would presume there was more than one individual involved, given the ability to restrain and isolate three victims,” Burch stated, adding that the use of restraints strongly suggests premeditation. “It indicates there was a plan going into this.”

While officials have not confirmed a motive, the sheriff acknowledged that investigators are exploring the possibility that illegal drugs may have played a role in the incident.

He noted that although no significant quantities of drugs or cash were recovered at the scene, there were indications that the perpetrators may have been searching for something inside the home.

“I’m not making assumptions or ruling anything out,” Burch said. “But it is certainly a factor we are considering.”

Authorities emphasized that the investigation is ongoing and that detectives are actively pursuing credible leads.

Sheriff Burch expressed confidence in the progress being made, stating that investigators are working diligently to identify and apprehend those responsible.

“I feel confident we will have those responsible in custody soon,” he said.

Anyone with information related to this case is urged to contact the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office as the investigation continues.