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Wells family releases 292-page report on Horn Island disappearance

By Drooid · Oct 15, 2026, 11:47 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

The Wells family released a 292-page phone analysis report compiled by Garrett Discovery.
The report documents messages from 29 group chats after his July 5, 2026 disappearance.
Later that day a user announced Wells’ body had been found on Horn Island.
Grand jury said condition matched drowning; autopsy found head contusions and 270 mg/dL ethanol, no lung water.
President Donald Trump said on October 7, 2026 his administration was considering whether the FBI should investigate.

History

Historical Context

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Story summary

The Wells family released a 292-page phone analysis report compiled by Garrett Discovery.
The report documents messages from 29 group chats after his July 5, 2026 disappearance.
Later that day a user announced Wells’ body had been found on Horn Island.
Grand jury said condition matched drowning; autopsy found head contusions and 270 mg/dL ethanol, no lung water.
President Donald Trump said on October 7, 2026 his administration was considering whether the FBI should investigate.

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