Nolan Wells
Coverage of Nolan Wells in the Nexus archive.
- Nolan Wells’ parents recount ordeal of son’s death at Atlanta convention
The parents of Nolan Wells and civil rights figures Ben Crump and Rev Al Sharpton spoke at the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) convention in Atlanta. They addressed the death of 18-year-old college student Nolan Wells, who was found dead after a boating trip with friends on July 6th. Concerns were raised regarding racial speculation about his disappearance and the investigation into his death.
- 3 people charged with threatening judge, witness and officials tied to Nolan Wells investigation
Three people have been charged with threatening a judge, a witness, and officials who are connected to an investigation involving Nolan Wells. The article notes that none of these three individuals appear to know Wells, his family, or the boating group associated with the investigation.
- Chicago-area man, among 3 charged with threatening judge, witness in Nolan Wells case
A Chicago-area man, along with two others, has been charged with threatening a judge and witness in the Nolan Wells case. The individuals stated that none of them know Wells, his family, or the boating group, and are not part of the investigation.
- Nolan Wells death: at least two people charged over alleged threats to officials
At least two people have been charged with making threats to officials, unrelated to the death of Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old Mississippi college freshman found dead after a boat trip with friends to Horn Island off the Mississippi Gulf coast.
- Ohio lunatic allegedly made bomb threats to Mississippi officials amid Nolan Wells’ death probe
Michelle Francine Edwards, an Ohio resident, allegedly made 29 bomb threats to Mississippi government offices investigating the death of Nolan Wells. She reportedly told officials 'the clock is ticking' and now faces potential years in prison for the threats.
- Woman accused of making bomb threats to government offices after Nolan Wells’ death
Michelle Francine Edwards, an Ohio woman, faces a federal charge for making bomb threat calls to Mississippi government offices in July following the death of Nolan Wells. Authorities reported 21 calls to the George County Chancery Clerk’s Office and eight to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, prompting lockdowns and bomb sweeps. Cell tower data linked the calls to Edwards' Cincinnati, Ohio, location.
- Woman accused of making bomb threats to government offices after Nolan Wells’ death
Michelle Francine Edwards faces federal charges for making bomb threat calls to Mississippi government offices using blocked numbers. The threats prompted building lockdowns and bomb sweeps, with investigators linking the calls to Edwards through phone records and cell tower data. The incidents occurred following the death of Nolan Wells.
- Woman accused of making bomb threats to government offices after Nolan Wells’ death
Michelle Francine Edwards, an Ohio woman, was charged with transmitting threatening communications after making bomb threat calls to Mississippi government offices following the death of Nolan Wells. The calls, placed using blocked numbers, prompted building lockdowns and bomb sweeps, with investigators linking the threats to Edwards via phone records and cell tower data.
- California man arrested for allegedly sending bomb threat to judge in Nolan Wells' death case: docs
A California man was arrested for allegedly sending a bomb threat to a judge in the case of Nolan Wells' death. The threats were sent via Facebook Messenger, claiming a bomb would be sent to the judge's office. The judge is the mother of Warren Hudson, who was with Wells when he disappeared.
- Nolan Wells’ autopsy completed; will go to grand jury
Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old college student, vanished during a Fourth of July boat trip to Horn Island, Mississippi, and his body was found two days later off the coast. The state medical examiner completed an autopsy, while the family commissioned a second autopsy that found the cause of death 'undetermined pending investigation'. A grand jury will review findings to determine if the death was criminal.
- Live soon: Former Vice President Kamala Harris to speak in Nashville. Here’s what we know
Kamala Harris is scheduled to speak at the National Urban League Conference in Nashville, focusing on civil rights, racial justice, and economic inequality. Families of three Black teenagers demanded answers regarding their sons' deaths during the conference.
- Official autopsy results for Nolan Wells now complete
The official autopsy for Nolan Wells has been completed, but results are withheld pending a grand jury review. An independent autopsy commissioned by his family ruled the cause and manner of death as 'undetermined pending investigation.' Attorneys Ben Crump and Eric Hertz are leading an independent investigation, collaborating with oceanic experts and seeking a joint phone inspection with the district attorney's office.
- Official autopsy results for Nolan Wells now complete
The official autopsy for Nolan Wells has been completed, with results sent to a grand jury. An independent autopsy commissioned by his family ruled his death 'undetermined pending investigation,' and his legal team is working with experts to examine evidence, including potential joint phone inspections with authorities.
- Official autopsy results for Nolan Wells now complete
The official autopsy for 18-year-old Nolan Wells has been completed, but results are being withheld for a grand jury review. An independent autopsy commissioned by his family ruled the cause and manner of death 'undetermined pending investigation.' Investigators, including attorneys Ben Crump and Eric Hertz, are collaborating with experts and the Jackson County district attorney’s office to examine evidence, including phone data, with potential FBI involvement.
- Nolan Wells state autopsy complete: Reports
The state autopsy of Nolan Wells has been completed, with results expected to remain sealed until presented to a grand jury.
- Nolan Wells state autopsy complete: Reports
The state autopsy of Nolan Wells has been completed. The results will remain sealed until presented to a grand jury.
- California man’s chilling threats to judge tied to Nolan Wells death ‘so much blood everywhere’
A California man made threatening statements to a judge involved in the case of deceased teenager Nolan Wells, including a message referencing 'so much blood everywhere.'
- Nolan Wells' state autopsy completed amid investigation into teen's death: Officials
Nolan Wells' official state autopsy has been completed by officials as part of an investigation into the Mississippi teenager's death.
- Nolan Wells' state autopsy completed amid investigation into teen's death: Officials
Nolan Wells' official state autopsy has been completed, according to officials familiar with the investigation into the Mississippi teenager's death.
- Nolan Wells' state autopsy completed amid investigation into teen's death: Officials
Nolan Wells' official state autopsy has been completed as part of an investigation into the Mississippi teenager's death, according to officials involved in the case.
- Nolan Wells' state autopsy completed amid investigation into teen's death: Officials
Nolan Wells' official state autopsy has been completed by officials as part of an investigation into the Mississippi teen's death.
- Nolan Wells' state autopsy completed amid investigation into teen's death: Officials
Nolan Wells' state autopsy was completed by Mississippi's State Medical Examiner's office as part of an ongoing investigation into the teen's death. The autopsy results have not yet been made public.
- Families of 3 Black teens who died within months of each other demand answers at National Urban League Conference in Nashville
Families of three 18-year-old Black men—Tyler Smith, Nolan Wells, and Daniel Erving—who died within three months of each other, demanded answers at the National Urban League Conference in Nashville, alleging police conducted inadequate investigations into their deaths. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump, representing the families, highlighted discrepancies in official findings, including contested autopsies and evidence tampering claims.
- Attorney for Nolan Wells’ family says experts to review a boat distress call from day he disappeared
Nolan Wells' family has hired audio engineers to review a distress call from a boat on the day he disappeared, which was released by Mississippi authorities. The call described a sinking boat with seven people onboard, but the towing company was later told assistance was no longer needed. An independent autopsy commissioned by the family was inconclusive, and the official cause of death remains under investigation.
- Attorney for Nolan Wells' family says experts to review boat distress call
The family of 18-year-old Nolan Wells has hired audio engineers to review a distress call from a boat on the day he disappeared. The call, released by Mississippi authorities, involves a July 4 request for assistance due to a sinking boat near Horn Island, where Wells was last seen. The investigation includes claims of unresolved issues on the boat and ongoing online speculation about his death.
- Attorney for Nolan Wells’ family says experts to review a boat distress call from day he disappeared
Nolan Wells' family has hired audio engineers to review a July 4 distress call from a boat where he was last seen, as part of an ongoing investigation into his death. The recording, released by Mississippi authorities, shows conflicting accounts between the caller and a towing company captain, while the family and legal team seek further transparency and external review of evidence.
- Attorney for Nolan Wells’ family says experts to review a boat distress call from day he disappeared
The family of Nolan Wells has hired audio engineers to review a distress call made from a boat on the day of his disappearance. The attorney for the family confirmed that experts will analyze the call.
- Attorney for Nolan Wells' family says experts to review a boat distress call from day he disappeared
An attorney for the family of Nolan Wells said they hired audio engineers to review a distress call from a boat on the day he disappeared. The review has sparked online speculation and defamation claims as the investigation into the 18-year-old's death continues.
- Attorney for Nolan Wells' family says experts to review a boat distress call from day he disappeared
The family of Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old who disappeared near Horn Island, Mississippi, has hired audio engineers to review a distress call from a boat on the day of his disappearance. Authorities released the call, which described a sinking boat with seven people on board, but later stated the issue was resolved. The case has sparked online speculation and claims of racial bias in Mississippi.
- Attorney for Nolan Wells' family says experts to review a boat distress call from day he disappeared
Nolan Wells' family has hired audio engineers to review a distress call from a boat on the day he disappeared. The call, made to Sea Tow, described a sinking boat with seven people onboard, but a towing company captain later claimed the issue was resolved. The investigation into Wells' death remains inconclusive, with an independent autopsy yielding no definitive cause.
- Dad of Nolan Wells’ ‘best friend’ slams family lawyer Ben Crump for ‘financially exploiting’ teen’s death, turning it into political circus
The father of Nolan Wells' self-described best friend has criticized family lawyer Ben Crump for allegedly exploiting the teen's death for financial and political gain, calling it a 'political circus.'
- Nolan Wells' mother subpoenas social media, tech companies seeking answers in her son's death
Nolan Wells' mother, Christine Wonsley, and her husband Elmore Wonsley subpoenaed social media and tech companies seeking answers about the teen's death. They sent the teen's body to Washington, D.C., for a private autopsy.
- Nolan Wells' mother subpoenas social media, tech companies seeking answers in her son's death
Nolan Wells' mother, Christine Wonsley, has subpoenaed social media and tech companies for answers related to her son's death. The parents sent the teen's body to Washington, D.C., for a private autopsy.
- Nolan Wells' mother subpoenas social media, tech companies seeking answers in her son's death
Nolan Wells' mother, Christine Wonsley, and her husband, Elmore Wonsley, subpoenaed social media and tech companies to seek answers regarding their son's death. They arranged for a private autopsy in Washington, D.C.
- Nolan Wells' mother subpoenas social media, tech companies seeking answers in her son's death
Nolan Wells' mother, Christine Wonsley, and her husband Elmore Wonsley have subpoenaed social media and tech companies to investigate their son's death. They arranged a private autopsy in Washington, D.C., for the teen's body.
- Attorney Ben Crump to stand with families of 3 deceased Black teens at National Urban League conference in Nashville
Ben Crump will join families of three deceased Black teens at the National Urban League conference in Nashville. The teens—Nolan Wells, Daniel Erving, and Tyler Smith—died within three months, with families disputing or awaiting official explanations for their deaths. The event will include speakers like Kamala Harris, Pete Buttigieg, and Andy Beshear.
- Nolan Wells' friend to sue over threats, denies role in teen's death
A former football teammate of Nolan Wells is suing social media users who accused him of involvement in the 18-year-old's death, with his attorney calling the claims baseless and dangerous.
- New Nolan Wells details emerge, Kohberger bodycam video reignites Idaho murder case
New investigative findings indicate that Nolan Wells had been drinking heavily before disappearing on a remote Mississippi island and may have stayed with an unknown woman. The cause of his death remains undetermined, and newly released bodycam footage has reignited interest in the Idaho murder case.
- Nolan Wells’ family hits social media giants with subpoenas after concerns about deleted content
Nolan Wells’ family has subpoenaed Snapchat, Meta, and TikTok for account data following the 18-year-old football player’s mysterious death. The action stems from concerns about deleted content.
- YouTuber ‘Ms. Rachel’ stirs controversy with racial claim about Nolan Wells investigation
YouTuber 'Ms. Rachel' sparked controversy with a racial claim related to the Nolan Wells investigation. An independent autopsy commissioned by Wells' family determined his death's manner to be 'undetermined' pending further investigation.