Witnesses claim Nolan Wells was drinking heavily before death: Report
Key Points:
- Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old who disappeared after a July 4 party on Mississippi’s Horn Island, was reportedly heavily drinking before his death, according to witness statements obtained by investigators.
- Wells stayed behind on the island due to boat trouble while his friends left, and was seen drinking with them earlier; he was also reportedly in the company of an unidentified female.
- Wells’ body was found two days after he went missing, with authorities suggesting accidental drowning as the cause, though autopsy results remain pending and inconclusive.
- Approximately 60 witnesses have been interviewed in the ongoing investigation, and the case continues to be examined for further details.