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Mississippi teen’s family demands answers after boating trip disappearance
us-news19 hours ago

Mississippi teen’s family demands answers after boating trip disappearance

The family of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, who went missing during a July 4 Horn Island boating trip and was later found dead, is demanding answers as the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office says no foul play is suspected. An independent autopsy has been ordered by civil rights lawyer Ben Crump amid conflicting witness statements and concerns about how the case is being investigated, with initial autopsy results not yet released.

Body found on Horn Island ends missing teen search, fueling race-relations debate in Mississippi
usnews1 day ago

Body found on Horn Island ends missing teen search, fueling race-relations debate in Mississippi

An 18-year-old Nolan Wells disappeared after a July 4 boat trip to Horn Island off Mississippi; his body was recovered with no immediate signs of foul play while investigators review an alleged altercation and await results from an independent autopsy. The case has sparked grief for his family and amplified online discussions about race and Mississippi’s racial history.

Afghan ally who fought with U.S. forces dies in ICE custody from allergic reaction
immigration3 days ago

Afghan ally who fought with U.S. forces dies in ICE custody from allergic reaction

An Afghan national, Mohammad Nazeer Paktiawal, 41, who fought with U.S. Special Forces in Afghanistan, died in ICE custody in Dallas after an unidentified substance triggered an allergic reaction that worsened his asthma; his death on March 14 was ruled an accident, occurring the day after ICE detained him for deportation proceedings while his asylum claim remained pending. Advocates and lawmakers have pressed for the autopsy report’s release, arguing it could shed light on the substance involved and custody conditions, while Dallas County withholds it amid a federal investigation. ICE said he was arrested on food stamp fraud and theft charges (not convicted). The family says he relied on an inhaler and did not use meth, and AfghanEvac and supporters seek transparency about the death and findings.

Independent autopsy raises new questions in 1-year-old Kohen Wiley’s Walmart shooting
crime9 days ago

Independent autopsy raises new questions in 1-year-old Kohen Wiley’s Walmart shooting

An independent autopsy commissioned by Kohen Wiley’s family suggests the 1-year-old’s fatal gunshot wound came from the side, not the front, raising new questions about the police-involved shooting outside a Mississippi Walmart. Pathologist Dr. Roger Mitchell cited debris injuries consistent with tempered glass, while authorities continue an ongoing investigation and have not released video footage or identified the officer.

Autopsy Details Surface in James Ransone’s Death: No Note Found, Suspected Suicide
entertainment9 days ago

Autopsy Details Surface in James Ransone’s Death: No Note Found, Suspected Suicide

Autopsy findings for The Wire actor James Ransone reveal he died by suicide in December 2025 at age 46; the report notes he stated he wanted to kill himself and needed hospital transport, and that ligature marks and prescription drugs were found at the scene. There were no signs of foul play, and he is survived by his wife Jamie McPhee and two children, with his widow posting a tribute after the loss.

Autopsy pinpoints burns and smoke inhalation in Bobby J. Brown's barn-fire death
entertainment15 days ago

Autopsy pinpoints burns and smoke inhalation in Bobby J. Brown's barn-fire death

New autopsy and toxicology findings show Bobby J. Brown died at 62 from diffuse thermal injury and smoke inhalation after a Maryland barn fire; his carbon monoxide level was 71% and he suffered fourth-degree burns while attempting to jump-start a Cadillac. Alcohol was detected prior to death, but no drugs were found. The incident occurred as responders rescued him from the burning barn, and he is survived by two adult children; co-stars from The Wire have recently faced deaths in the years surrounding his passing.

Autopsy for Elena Moore leaves key questions in SC disappearance
us-news18 days ago

Autopsy for Elena Moore leaves key questions in SC disappearance

A South Carolina personal trainer, Elena Moore, who disappeared after leaving a Lexington Planet Fitness, was found dead days later in a wooded area. A preliminary autopsy found no immediate cause of death and no external injuries, with the cause and manner of death still pending further evaluations including histological studies, medical records review, and toxicology tests.

Longview Nippon Dynawave autopsies confirm chemical-burn fatalities in tank implosion
local29 days ago

Longview Nippon Dynawave autopsies confirm chemical-burn fatalities in tank implosion

The Cowlitz County Coroner’s Office released autopsy findings for 10 of the 11 Nippon Dynawave victims in Longview, with eight deaths caused by alkaline chemical burns and all fatalities ruled accidental; details include specific burns and injuries for a few victims, a case listed by Multnomah County for sodium hydroxide/sodium sulfide burns after a patient was treated in Portland, and the coroner noting that next of kin have been notified as state and federal investigations continue into the May 26 tank-implosion at the paper mill.

Emotional Day 3 in Karmelo Anthony Trial as Graphic Autopsy Details Emerge
crime1 month ago

Emotional Day 3 in Karmelo Anthony Trial as Graphic Autopsy Details Emerge

Day 3 at the Collin County Courthouse featured tearful witnesses as the Karmelo Anthony murder trial continued, with the medical examiner describing a fatal heart wound and graphic autopsy photos shown to jurors; witnesses recounted the stabbing at a Frisco track meet, while the defense pressed self-defense as the court resumes with more defense testimony.

Police close Hulk Hogan death case, ruling natural causes
entertainment1 month ago

Police close Hulk Hogan death case, ruling natural causes

Clearwater police concluded Hulk Hogan (Terry Bollea) died of natural causes after an autopsy found no traumatic or toxic factors. The final report, released Friday, details the 911 call, on-site observations, and statements from Hogan’s wife and caregivers, and notes a recent neck spinal fusion along with prior heart surgery and chronic lymphocytic leukemia; authorities found no criminal wrongdoing and closed the investigation.

Matt Brown’s Death Ruled a Suicide by Coroner
entertainment1 month ago

Matt Brown’s Death Ruled a Suicide by Coroner

Matt Brown, a member of Discovery’s Alaskan Bush People, died by suicide; autopsy found a single penetrating gunshot wound to the head, with immersion in a river and methamphetamine use listed as contributing factors. His body was recovered May 31 from the Okanogan River near Oroville, WA. Bear Brown had previously identified the body, and Matt had long struggled with drugs and alcohol. The piece notes a call for respectful online conduct and cites suicide-prevention resources.