Autopsy Sparks Fresh Questions in Nolan Wells Case

Private autopsy results for 18-year-old Nolan Wells labeled the manner of death undetermined and noted limitations, while the state autopsy—to include toxicology—could provide more clues. Funded by Wells’ family amid concerns about distrust in investigations, the independent exam did not establish foul play or exactly how Wells entered the water; investigators from the Jackson County sheriff’s office and the FBI are still evaluating witness accounts, scene findings and toxicology, with a final conclusion potentially months away.