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September 22, 2026
Nolan Wells' Family Calls for Federal Investigation After Grand Jury Declines Charges
- The grand jury found no evidence of criminal conduct in Nolan Wells' death, concluding it was consistent with drowning, despite bruising on his head that remains unexplained.
- Wells' family, represented by attorney Ben Crump, argues the investigation was inadequate and is calling for the U.S. Department of Justice to conduct an independent inquiry.
- Concerns persist regarding the circumstances of Wells' death, including the actions of his friends who left him behind on an island after a party.
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- Grand jury declines to indict anyone in death of Black teen Nolan Wells in MississippiSep 22, 2026 at 4:25 AM · Reuters
- Grand jury finds no cause for charges in Nolan Wells' deathSep 22, 2026 at 10:54 AM · AP
- Grand jury declines to bring criminal charges in Nolan Wells deathSep 22, 2026 at 12:34 PM · BBC
- DA in Nolan Wells case hits out at ‘false narratives’ after grand jury declines to bring charges in his deathSep 22, 2026 at 1:33 PM · Independent
- Nolan Wells’ family vows to ‘never stop’ seeking truth after grand jury reportSep 22, 2026 at 5:23 PM · NBC