Crime
Suspect William Graham Oliver Arrested in Connection Wilmer quadruple homicide
MOBILE, Alabama — Authorities have announced a major breakthrough in the investigation of a brutal triple homicide in Wilmer, confirming that a suspect is now in custody and facing multiple capital murder charges.
The Mobile County Sheriff’s Office identified the suspect as William Graham Oliver, who was taken into custody and is expected to face eight counts of capital murder, according to Sheriff Paul Burch.
Officials also confirmed that Oliver was known to the victims’ family, though details about the nature of that relationship have not yet been disclosed.
Authorities stated that Oliver was scheduled to be transported from the Mobile County Administration Building to Metro Jail as the case proceeds through the legal system.
The arrest follows the shocking discovery of three victims inside a home in Wilmer on April 20.
Deputies responding to the residence found the bodies of:
- Lisa Gail Fields, 46
- Keziah Luker, 17
- Thomas Cordelle Jr., 12
Investigators reported that all three victims were found in separate rooms and had been restrained with zip ties, indicating they were bound prior to being killed.
Authorities described the crime as exceptionally violent:
- Lisa Gail Fields suffered fatal stab wounds and a cut to the throat
- Keziah Luker was fatally shot
- Thomas Cordelle Jr. died from a fatal throat wound
Officials also confirmed that Luker was approximately eight months pregnant, adding to the tragedy of the case.
The crime came to light after Luker’s boyfriend became concerned when he noticed unusual activity on her phone via a tracking app.
Unable to reach her, he asked a family member to check on the home—leading to the discovery and a 911 call.
Inside the residence, investigators observed signs that the home had been ransacked, suggesting the suspect may have been searching for something.
Due to the level of coordination and the restraint of multiple victims, authorities initially considered the possibility of more than one perpetrator.
An 18-month-old child present in the home was found unharmed.
While an arrest has been made, officials have not yet disclosed a clear motive.
Authorities previously indicated the case did not appear to be domestic in nature, and investigators continue to examine all evidence.
Family members have been seeking answers in the aftermath of the killings, urging the public to provide information and avoid speculation.
The Mobile County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the investigation remains active, with additional updates expected as the case develops.
Crime
14-Year-Old Middleton High School Student Carson Chrapkowski Dies After Bicycle Crash, Driver Alyssa Anderson Arrested
MIDDLETON, Idaho — A 14-year-old Middleton High School student has died after being struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle near the high school Friday night, according to the Middleton Police Department.
The teenager was transported by Life Flight to St. Luke’s Boise following the crash but died from his injuries early Saturday morning.
Middleton police said the crash involved a vehicle and a bicyclist near Middleton High School. The 14-year-old suffered critical injuries and was flown to a Boise hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Police announced Saturday morning that the young bicyclist had succumbed to his injuries.
The teen was identified in the information provided for this report as Carson Chrapkowski, a Middleton High School student. However, the police department’s public statement did not release the teenager’s name.
Police arrested 41-year-old Alyssa Louise Anderson in connection with the crash. Anderson was booked into the Canyon County Jail.
According to police, Anderson is facing charges of vehicular manslaughter, aggravated DUI and leaving the scene of an injury accident.
Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances leading up to the collision or the specific allegations supporting the DUI charge.
The crash remains under investigation by the Middleton Police Department and Idaho State Police. Investigators have not released further information about the sequence of events or whether additional charges could be filed.
Police said they are continuing to work to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
The Middleton Police Department expressed condolences to the teenager’s parents, family, friends, classmates and others affected by his death as the community mourns the loss of a young student.