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crime-and-justice10 days ago

Grand Jury Declines Charges in Death of Mississippi Teen Nolan Wells

A Jackson County grand jury voted unanimously not to charge anyone in the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, whose body was found on Horn Island after he disappeared on July 4. While the state autopsy listed the cause of death as 'undetermined' and consistent with drowning, the family’s independent autopsy and digital forensics revealed no water in Wells’ lungs or stomach, deleted phone data, and head contusions. The family’s legal team, led by Ben Crump, has called for a broader investigation, citing inconsistencies and historical patterns of racial injustice in Mississippi.

via tmz.com|
#autopsy#civil-rights#crime-and-justice
Coroner Explains Missing Water in Nolan Wells Autopsy as Family Demands Answers
crime-and-justice12 days ago

Coroner Explains Missing Water in Nolan Wells Autopsy as Family Demands Answers

A Louisiana coroner explained why no water was found in the lungs of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, whose death remains undetermined despite a grand jury finding it consistent with drowning. The state autopsy revealed two head contusions but no fatal injuries, while forensic experts noted deleted phone data and empty airways. The family’s legal team disputes the accidental drowning conclusion, citing the lack of water and potential foul play, while authorities maintain no criminal charges are warranted.

via WDSU|
#autopsy#ben-crump#crime-and-justice
Forensic data and autopsy results challenge Mississippi grand jury's drowning conclusion in Nolan Wells case
crime-and-justice14 days ago

Forensic data and autopsy results challenge Mississippi grand jury's drowning conclusion in Nolan Wells case

Civil rights attorney Ben Crump and forensic expert Andrew Garrett released new evidence on Thursday regarding the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, contradicting a recent Mississippi grand jury decision. The state autopsy found no water in Wells’s lungs or stomach, while phone forensics confirmed that data was deleted after his last use on July 4. Although the grand jury ruled the death consistent with accidental drowning, the family’s legal team argues these findings suggest foul play and are calling for federal intervention.

via The Guardian|
#ben-crump#crime-and-justice#forensic-analysis
Mississippi DA Defends Grand Jury Ruling as Wells Family Releases Autopsy and Phone Forensics
crime14 days ago

Mississippi DA Defends Grand Jury Ruling as Wells Family Releases Autopsy and Phone Forensics

Jackson County District Attorney Angel Myers McIlrath defended the grand jury's no true bill in the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, disputing new claims from his family's legal team. Attorney Ben Crump and forensic expert Andrew Garrett presented findings from Wells' phone and a state autopsy, alleging deleted data and a lack of water in Wells' lungs. McIlrath countered that the family withheld full evidence and that the activity described was from other users, not physical access to the device.

via WLOX|
#ben-crump#crime#forensics
Nolan Wells autopsy shows no water in lungs; phone data deleted after death
crime-and-justice14 days ago

Nolan Wells autopsy shows no water in lungs; phone data deleted after death

A Thursday press conference revealed that the state autopsy of 18-year-old Nolan Wells found no water in his lungs or stomach, contradicting the grand jury’s conclusion of accidental drowning. Forensic experts also confirmed that data was deleted from his phone after his last use on July 4. While the family’s legal team argues these findings suggest foul play, the Jackson County District Attorney maintains the grand jury’s decision was thorough and accurate.

via KNOE|
#autopsy#ben-crump#crime-and-justice
Mississippi Grand Jury Clears Friends in Nolan Wells Death, Igniting Legal and Public Clash
crime-and-justice16 days ago

Mississippi Grand Jury Clears Friends in Nolan Wells Death, Igniting Legal and Public Clash

A Jackson County grand jury unanimously declined to charge anyone in the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, finding no evidence of criminal conduct or racial motive. While the panel deemed the death consistent with drowning, Wells' family and civil rights attorneys are demanding continued investigation due to unexplained head injuries and are calling for federal oversight.

via WLOX|
#ben-crump#crime-and-justice#grand-jury
Mississippi Grand Jury Clears Friends in Nolan Wells Death, Igniting Legal and Public Clash
crime-and-justice16 days ago

Mississippi Grand Jury Clears Friends in Nolan Wells Death, Igniting Legal and Public Clash

A Jackson County grand jury unanimously declined to bring criminal charges in the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, who died after a July 4 boat trip to Horn Island. While the panel found the evidence consistent with drowning and rejected racial motive claims, Wells' family and attorney Ben Crump are demanding continued investigation due to unexplained head injuries.

via NBC News|
#ben-crump#crime-and-justice#horn-island
Horn Island Tragedy: Grand Jury Declines to Bring Charges in Nolan Wells Death
us-news17 days ago

Horn Island Tragedy: Grand Jury Declines to Bring Charges in Nolan Wells Death

A Mississippi grand jury declined to file criminal charges in Nolan Wells’ July death on Horn Island, saying the evidence did not support criminal actions. The panel reviewed investigators’ materials and heard context, while Wells’ family notes an independent autopsy found blunt-force injuries but could not determine a definitive cause. Prosecutors defended the probe and urged against spreading unfounded narratives, expressing sympathy for the Wells family as the case is considered closed from a criminal standpoint.

via AP News|
#death-investigation#grand-jury#horn-island
Jackson County Grand Jury Finds No Indictment in Nolan Wells Death
crime17 days ago

Jackson County Grand Jury Finds No Indictment in Nolan Wells Death

A Jackson County grand jury unanimously returned a no true bill in the Nolan Wells death investigation, meaning no charges will be filed. The panel reviewed extensive evidence and found no credible proof of criminal conduct or racial motivation. Wells died July 4 on Horn Island, with investigators noting he stayed behind as others left and citing a bilge pump issue on the Triton; autopsies listed 'undetermined' cause with drowning as a diagnosis. Authorities said the case could be reopened if credible new evidence emerges.

via WAPT|
#crime#grand-jury#horn-island
Mississippi Grand Jury Returns No Indictment in Nolan Wells Case
crime17 days ago

Mississippi Grand Jury Returns No Indictment in Nolan Wells Case

A Mississippi grand jury declined to indict anyone in the July death of Nolan Wells, saying there’s no credible evidence of criminal conduct or a racially motivated crime. The panel heard 43 witnesses and issued 132 subpoenas, with the official finding that Wells’ death on Horn Island is consistent with drowning, though an independent autopsy deemed the cause undetermined. Family attorney Ben Crump says the investigation isn’t over and continues pressing for answers, while the DA rebutted claims tying the death to race.

via NBC News|
#crime#grand-jury#mississippi