Body of Missing Boater Found on Mississippi Island; Family Seeks Answers
The body of 18-year-old Nolan Wells was discovered on Horn Island, Mississippi, on July 6, after he was reported missing on July 4 following a boating trip. His family has hired attorney Ben Crump, who is conducting an independent investigation…
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, July 30, 2026 —
The body of 18-year-old Nolan Wells was found on Horn Island, Mississippi, on July 6. Wells had been reported missing on July 4, after he failed to return from a boating trip.
Following the discovery of his body, Wells’ family has retained attorney Ben Crump. Crump’s office has stated that they are conducting an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding Wells’ death. These concerns stem from a perceived lack of transparency and questioning of information provided by official investigators.
The cause and manner of Nolan Wells’ death are currently undetermined. An independent autopsy has been performed, but results are pending further investigation.
Story summarized from the original created by Cody Heaster, Will Polston, WLOX Staff on www.foxcarolina.com, see more information here.
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