Ben Crump

The family of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells, found dead off Horn Island, Mississippi, has retained civil rights attorney Ben Crump as part of an ongoing investigation into his death. Wells went missing after a July 4 boat trip to the island and was discovered the following morning; authorities indicate he may have stayed behind assuming he would return with another group.

The family of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells, found dead off Horn Island, Mississippi, after a July 4 boat trip, has retained civil rights attorney Ben Crump to investigate his death. Wells did not return with his friends from the island, and his body was discovered the following morning; authorities are examining the circumstances, including whether he stayed on the island intending to ride back with someone else.

The family of an 18-year-old found dead after a July 4 boat trip off the Gulf Coast has hired civil rights attorney Ben Crump. The individual, identified as Nolan Wells, was discovered deceased following the incident.

The New York State Trial Lawyers Association honored Court of Appeals Associate Justice Jenny Rivera and civil rights attorney Ben Crump at its annual Law Day gala, emphasizing the importance of trial lawyers in upholding equal justice and legal principles. Honorees highlighted the role of attorneys in safeguarding constitutional rights and addressing issues like police brutality through high-profile cases.

A Mississippi family's preliminary autopsy of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley, killed when police shot into a moving car, suggests the baby was shot from the passenger side, contradicting officers' claims of danger. The incident, which occurred in Senatobia, has sparked protests and demands for transparency, including the release of body camera and surveillance videos.

A second autopsy of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley, killed when police fired into a moving car in Mississippi, showed the baby was shot from the passenger side, contradicting officers' claims of danger. The family and civil rights attorney Ben Crump challenge the officers' account, demanding transparency and release of body camera and surveillance videos. The incident has sparked protests in Senatobia, with comparisons to other cases involving Black individuals and petty offenses.

A second autopsy of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley, killed when Mississippi police shot into a moving car, shows the baby was shot from the side, contradicting officers' claim they were in danger. The family and civil rights attorney Ben Crump challenge the police account, demanding transparency and release of body camera and surveillance videos.

A 1-year-old child, Kohen Wiley, was killed by police in a Mississippi Walmart parking lot after officers fired into a moving vehicle. The family disputes police claims the car was heading toward officers, demanding video evidence to clarify the circumstances. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is handling the case, while civil rights attorney Ben Crump advocates for transparency and an independent autopsy.

A Mississippi family seeks release of video footage after police shot and killed 1-year-old Kohen Wiley during a June 14 incident at a Walmart. The family claims the vehicle was driving away, while officers stated it was heading toward them. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump and the family demand transparency to determine if officers were in danger.

A 1-year-old Black boy, Kohen Wiley, was fatally shot by police in Senatobia, Mississippi, during a traffic stop related to a shoplifting call, sparking protests and calls for police accountability. The incident has drawn comparisons to the 2023 shooting of a pregnant Black woman in Ohio over a similar accusation.

A 1-year-old Black boy, Kohen Wiley, was fatally shot by police in Senatobia, Mississippi, during a pursuit related to an alleged shoplifting incident at a Walmart. The shooting has sparked protests and racial tensions, with conflicting accounts from police and the child's mother regarding the vehicle's direction and the shoplifting claim.

A 1-year-old Black boy, Kohen Wiley, was fatally shot by police in Senatobia, Mississippi, during a response to a shoplifting call. The incident has sparked protests and racial tensions, with conflicting accounts of whether the vehicle was moving toward officers and whether diapers were stolen. Civil rights leaders, including Bernice King, condemned the shooting as a moral failure.

Rain Williams, 19, was shot by a Detroit police officer at a house party on June 1, 2024, while unarmed, resulting in permanent brain injury and limited mobility. The officer fired into a crowd during a 'shots fired' call, striking Williams and another bystander. A lawsuit alleges gross negligence, but the officer returned to full duty in January 2025 after being placed on no-gun status in November 2024. The Wayne County Prosecutor's Office declined to charge the officer, citing lawful self-defense.

A Detroit family filed a lawsuit against Officer Verona Shaw for allegedly shooting Rain Williams in the head during a 2024 block party, causing permanent disability. Four people were injured, including Imani Peterson, who later died. The lawsuit claims gross negligence and reckless gunfire into a crowded backyard.

A 1-year-old boy, Kohen Wiley, was killed in an officer-involved shooting at a Walmart in Senatobia, Mississippi, during a pursuit related to a shoplifting incident. The officer involved has been placed on administrative leave, and protests erupted at the store, with law enforcement using tear gas to disperse the crowd.

A 1-year-old boy, Kohen Wiley, was killed in an officer-involved shooting at a Walmart in Senatobia, Mississippi, during a confrontation over a suspected shoplifting incident. The officer has been placed on administrative leave, and protests erupted at the store, with law enforcement using tear gas to disperse crowds. The family and advocates question the use of force, citing the child's innocence and lack of threat.

Family members identified 1-year-old Kohen Wiley as the victim killed in an officer-involved shooting at a Senatobia, Mississippi Walmart. The incident occurred during a shoplifting call when officers fired at a fleeing vehicle, resulting in the child's death and a woman's critical injury, prompting protests and calls for justice.

A white police officer in Connecticut, Joseph Magnano, appeared in court on a manslaughter charge after fatally shooting Steven Jones, a Black man experiencing a mental health crisis. The incident, which occurred during an attempted de-escalation by other officers, has sparked public debate and criticism over police response to mental health emergencies.

A white Connecticut police officer, Joseph Magnano, was charged with manslaughter after fatally shooting Steven Jones, a Black man experiencing a mental health crisis. The incident, which occurred during a de-escalation attempt by other officers, led to public outcry and an investigation finding Magnano failed to use non-lethal force. He was fired by the mayor and faced conflicting perspectives from the police union and civil rights advocates.

Minnesota residents with loved ones killed by police condemned the state Republican Party for holding a moment of silence for Derek Chauvin, who is in federal prison for George Floyd's murder. Valerie Castile, mother of Philando Castile, criticized the gesture as hurtful, while the GOP stated the action was spontaneous and not part of their official program. Racial justice groups and officials, including Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, denounced the moment as disrespectful to Floyd and his family.

Ronald Greene's family has reached a $4.85m settlement with Louisiana authorities over his fatal traffic stop death. The settlement helps bring truth to light, according to attorney Ben Crump. However, no amount of money can erase the pain inflicted on Greene's loved ones.

Rashaad Muhammad, a Georgia man, suffered severe medical neglect at Fulton County Jail, leading to amputations of his fingers and lower legs. His lawyers allege jail staff ignored his medical needs, violating his constitutional rights. The jail, under a DOJ civil rights probe since 2023, faces ongoing scrutiny for unsafe conditions.