What to know about the Nolan Wells' independent autopsy results
Summary
An independent autopsy on Nolan Wells, a Black teenager found dead on a Mississippi island, could not determine how he died and called for more investigation. The autopsy, done by Dr. Roger Mitchell on July 10, found unclear injuries and missing body parts, which limited conclusions about the cause of death.Key Facts
- Nolan Wells went missing on July 4 during a trip to a Mississippi island and was later found dead.
- Dr. Roger Mitchell performed an independent autopsy on July 10 but did not determine the cause or manner of death.
- The autopsy showed red discoloration on the back of Wells’ head, but the reason is unknown and needs more study.
- Neck tissues were missing from the body, which prevented ruling out injury to the neck as a cause of death.
- The initial autopsy removed and examined Wells’ organs, making some testing during the second autopsy impossible.
- Seven key questions remain unanswered, including why Wells entered the water and whether he had water in his airway or a brain bleed.
- Civil rights attorney Ben Crump, representing the family, called for transparency and shared hopes that the local medical examiner will cooperate.
- The independent autopsy was funded by civil rights activist Colin Kaepernick.
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