Mississippi Department of Public Safety

The FBI is investigating threats against individuals involved in the case of Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old Mississippi teen found dead after disappearing during a boat trip to Horn Island. Mississippi officials attribute the threats to activists spreading false information, which has led to increased calls and threats against public officials and families. The case has drawn national attention, with political figures criticizing local authorities for lack of transparency.

Rev. Al Sharpton and Tyler Perry are offering a $100,000 reward for information about the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells during a July 4 trip to Horn Island. Sharpton pledged $50,000, which Perry matched, urging the public to come forward with details. Authorities believe Wells drowned but are investigating further.

Rev. Al Sharpton and Tyler Perry are offering a $100,000 reward for information about the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, who died during a July 4 trip to Horn Island, Mississippi. Authorities believe he drowned without foul play, but an independent autopsy is pending. Tyler Perry also covered funeral costs.

Nolan Wells' mother, Christine Wonsley, claims she is receiving hate mail after her son's death in Mississippi. The mail includes an altered photo with arrows and dollar signs, implying financial motives. Wells, 18, went missing during a July 4 trip to Horn Island and was found dead two days later. Autopsy results remain pending due to delays.

Nolan Wells' mother, Christine Wonsley, says she is receiving hate mail after her 18-year-old son's death in Mississippi. The mail included a photo of Wonsley at a news conference with arrows and dollar signs drawn on it, implying exploitation. Wells went missing during a July 4 trip to Horn Island and was found dead two days later, with autopsy results delayed due to transportation issues.

Nolan Wells' mother, Christine Wonsley, is receiving hate mail after her son's death in Mississippi. The mail includes a photo of Wonsley with arrows and dollar signs directed at her by figures like Ben Crump and Al Sharpton, which she criticized on Facebook. Wells died after going missing during a July 4 trip to Horn Island, with autopsy results delayed due to transportation issues.

Jackson County Sheriff John Ledbetter provided updates on the investigation into the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, who was found dead on Horn Island two days after going missing during a July 4 trip. The sheriff highlighted public tips aiding the investigation, while toxicology results remain pending due to delays in processing. An independent autopsy commissioned by Wells’ family was also delayed.

Jackson County Sheriff John Ledbetter provided updates on the investigation into 18-year-old Nolan Wells' death, revealing witness interviews, FBI collaboration, and public tip contributions. Wells went missing during a July 4 trip to Horn Island, where he was found dead two days later. The autopsy and toxicology results are delayed, with an independent autopsy by the family also experiencing transportation issues.

Jackson County Sheriff John Ledbetter provided updates on the investigation into 18-year-old Nolan Wells' death, noting public tips have advanced the probe. Wells disappeared during a July 4 trip to Horn Island, Mississippi, and was found dead two days later. Autopsy results are delayed due to body transportation issues, with independent findings expected after July 10.

A new Mississippi law authorizes the state Department of Public Safety to compile a list of immigrants without legal status, including personal details and deportation history. Advocates fear the database could facilitate targeting of immigrants, aligning with broader national debates over immigration enforcement.

A new Mississippi law authorizes the state's Department of Public Safety to compile a list of undocumented immigrants, including personal details and deportation status. Advocates fear the database could facilitate immigration enforcement aligned with President Donald Trump's deportation plans. The law allows sharing data with state and local authorities but does not mandate sharing with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

A new Mississippi law authorizes the state's Department of Public Safety to compile a list of undocumented immigrants, sparking alarm among advocates who fear it could facilitate deportations under President Donald Trump's policies. The law allows for sharing data with state and local authorities and potentially U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

A Mississippi teen is accused of killing an elderly couple, while his brothers allegedly shot a deputy, causing an injury that officials say will prevent the deputy from walking again. The three individuals are brothers, according to a statement from Mississippi Department of Public Safety.