MOBILE, Ala. — A 43-year-old man was killed following an early morning parking lot altercation outside a local lounge, and Mobile police have taken a 29-year-old suspect into custody in connection with the homicide, authorities announced.
The Mobile Police Department identified the victim as Brandon Shute, 43. The suspect, identified as DelJuan Thomas, 29, was located shortly after the shooting and booked into Metro Jail.
Parking Lot Altercation Leads to Fatal Shooting
At approximately 2:08 a.m. on Sunday, September 20, 2026, Mobile police officers responded to reports of a shooting at Poinse’s Lounge, located at 1441 Navco Road.
Upon arrival, officers discovered Shute suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound. First responders transported him to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
According to investigators, a physical altercation broke out in the lounge’s parking lot involving several individuals. During the confrontation, Thomas allegedly pulled out a firearm and shot Shute.
Suspect Arrested and Investigation Ongoing
Officers located Thomas a short time after the incident. He was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Mobile County Metro Jail.
While an arrest has been made, the Mobile Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the altercation. Authorities are asking anyone with additional information regarding the incident to contact the Mobile Police Department at (251) 208-7211.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted by texting 844-251-0644 or visiting mobilepd.org/crimetip.