independent autopsy
Coverage of independent autopsy in the Nexus archive.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Governor blames activists in Nolan Wells case for ‘stoking division,’ official says FBI probing threats
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.
- Timeline for Nolan Wells’ official autopsy revealed after independent medical examination leaves unanswered questions
The DA announced a timeline for an official autopsy of Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old whose family released an independent autopsy that left unanswered questions about his death following a July 4 trip with friends.
- Independent autopsy of Black Mississippi teen Nolan Wells finds 'undetermined' cause of death
An independent autopsy commissioned by the family of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells found his cause and manner of death to be 'undetermined' pending further investigation. The autopsy was conducted following the teen's death in Mississippi.
- Nolan Wells’ autopsy inconclusive as family presses for answers in teen’s death
The independent autopsy of 18-year-old Nolan Wells found the cause and manner of death undetermined, according to his family's attorney Ben Crump. Wells' family is seeking answers following his death three weeks ago.
- Nolan Wells death: Independent autopsy findings revealed in Chicago
Attorney Ben Crump is set to release independent autopsy findings regarding the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells at a Wednesday morning news conference in Chicago.
- Nolan Wells' family to announce independent autopsy findings on Wednesday
The family of Mississippi teenager Nolan Wells will announce preliminary findings from an independent autopsy on Wednesday as the investigation into his death continues.
- Nolan Wells' family to announce independent autopsy findings on Wednesday
The preliminary findings from Mississippi teenager Nolan Wells' independent autopsy will be announced on Wednesday as the investigation into his death continues.
- Nolan Wells' family to announce independent autopsy findings on Wednesday
The family of Mississippi teenager Nolan Wells will announce preliminary findings from an independent autopsy on Wednesday as the investigation into his death continues.
- Nolan Wells' family to announce independent autopsy findings on Wednesday
The preliminary findings from Mississippi teenager Nolan Wells' independent autopsy will be announced on Wednesday as the investigation into his death continues.
- Nolan Wells' family to announce independent autopsy findings
Nolan Wells' family will announce preliminary findings from an independent autopsy on Wednesday as the investigation into his death continues.
- The results of the autopsy of Nolan Wells will be released Wednesday, the family’s attorney says
The independent autopsy results for 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells will be released Wednesday, according to civil rights attorney Ben Crump.
- The results of the autopsy of Nolan Wells will be released Wednesday, the family's attorney says
An attorney for the family of Nolan Xavier Wells will release the results of an independent autopsy into the 18-year-old's death on Wednesday morning. The autopsy is being conducted separately from any official investigation.
- Kids who left Nolan Wells behind ‘have to answer to’ his devastated parents
Nolan Wells, 18, was found dead after a July 4 boat trip to a Mississippi island. His parents blame friends who left him behind, while Colin Kaepernick funds an independent autopsy.
- A July 4 boat trip, an 18-year-old’s death and a family’s search for answers in the Deep South
18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells died after a Fourth of July boat trip to Horn Island off Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. His family disputes official accounts of his death, citing conflicting stories and racial tensions, and has commissioned an independent autopsy and urged witnesses to come forward.
- A July 4 boat trip, an 18-year-old's death and a family's search for answers in the Deep South
18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells died after a Fourth of July boat trip to Horn Island off Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. His family seeks a transparent investigation, citing conflicting accounts and distrust in law enforcement, while an independent autopsy and cellphone data recovery are underway.
- A July 4 boat trip, an 18-year-old’s death and a family’s search for answers in the Deep South
18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells died after a July 4 boat trip on an uninhabited Mississippi island. His family disputes official accounts of his death and has commissioned an independent autopsy and cellphone data recovery. They seek transparency amid racial tensions and distrust in local law enforcement.
- New details revealed in press conference with Nolan Wells’ family, Ben Crump, Rev. Al Sharpton
Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old, went missing on Horn Island and was later found dead. His family, along with attorneys Ben Crump and Rev. Al Sharpton, demanded a transparent investigation into his death, citing contradictions and concerns about racial bias. An independent autopsy funded by Colin Kaepernick and Tyler Perry is underway.
- WATCH LIVE: Nolan Wells’ family, Ben Crump, Rev. Al Sharpton to hold news conference calling for transparent investigation
Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old Black man, disappeared and was later found dead on Horn Island. His family, attorney Ben Crump, and Reverend Al Sharpton are holding a news conference to demand a transparent investigation. An independent autopsy in Washington, D.C., is pending.
- TODAY: Nolan Wells’ family, Ben Crump, Rev. Al Sharpton to hold news conference calling for transparent investigation
Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old, went missing and was later found dead on Horn Island. His family, attorney Ben Crump, and Rev. Al Sharpton are holding a news conference to demand a transparent investigation. An independent autopsy is pending in Washington, D.C.
- Family of Mississippi teen who died after July 4 trip to call for transparency, deeper investigation
The family of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells, who died after a July 4 boat trip to Horn Island, Mississippi, is calling for greater transparency and an independent investigation. They are partnering with civil rights figures Rev. Al Sharpton and Ben Crump, who allege concerns about the official inquiry and have shared video evidence suggesting a possible altercation. Jackson County Sheriff John Ledbetter stated no foul play is suspected, but the family and community remain skeptical due to racial tensions and unanswered questions.
- Nolan Wells’ body to be flown hundreds of miles to new state as attorney reveals ‘deleted messages’ concerns
Nolan Wells' body will be transported over 800 miles for an independent autopsy. His family's lawyer expressed concerns about 'deleted messages' on his cell phone. Wells was found dead on Horn Island, Mississippi after disappearing.
- Attorney says independent autopsy raises more questions about deadly shooting of 1-year-old outside Mississippi Walmart
An independent autopsy of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley, who was shot by police outside a Mississippi Walmart, has raised new questions about the justification for the shooting according to his family's legal team.