Family of Mississippi teen who died after July 4 trip to call for transparency, deeper investigation

The family of Nolan Xavier Wells, an 18-year-old Mississippi college student who died after a July 4 boat trip to Horn Island, is demanding transparency and an independent investigation. They have partnered with civil rights attorney Ben Crump and Rev. Al Sharpton, citing concerns about the official investigation and sharing video evidence suggesting a possible altercation. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office reported no foul play suspected but asked for public assistance in uncovering details.