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Ben Crump to Reveal Nolan Wells Autopsy at NAACP Convention

7/22/2026

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U.S. attorney Ben Crump will present independent autopsy findings for 18-year-old Nolan Wells at NAACP Convention in Chicago on July 22, 2026.
Wells was found dead off Horn Island on July 6, 2026, after disappearing on July 4.
Rev. Al Sharpton announced a $50,000 reward, with NFL player Terrell Owens contributing $25,000 for tips leading to an arrest.
The sheriff’s office said investigation continues and district attorney will take case to a grand jury.

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U.S. attorney Ben Crump will present independent autopsy findings for 18-year-old Nolan Wells at NAACP Convention in Chicago on July 22, 2026.
Wells was found dead off Horn Island on July 6, 2026, after disappearing on July 4.
Rev. Al Sharpton announced a $50,000 reward, with NFL player Terrell Owens contributing $25,000 for tips leading to an arrest.
The sheriff’s office said investigation continues and district attorney will take case to a grand jury.