Nolan Wells would have turned 19 on Wednesday. More than six weeks after his death, authorities are still investigating his case and have given no indication publicly that a crime occurred. CNN’s Isabel Rosales shares the letter his parents wrote their son for his birthday, shared first with CNN.
The United Cajun Navy says unanswered questions remain about the disappearance of Mississippi teen Nolan Wells, whose body was found on Horn Island.
Nolan Wells disappeared after traveling to Horn Island with friends. His body was found two days later.
Nolan Wells was last seen on a trip to Horn Island with friends July 4. He was found dead two days later.
"We just want answers," Christine Wonsley, his mother, said.
The parents of Nolan Xavier Wells called for a transparent investigation as they seek answers about the mysterious death of their son, whose body was recovered on July 6.
The body of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells was found Monday off Horn Island, Mississippi. That's where he was last seen with friends Saturday. Crump says the family is seeking answers.
The body of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells was found Monday off Horn Island, Mississippi. That's where he was last seen with friends Saturday. Crump says the family is seeking answers.Open
Crump said the Wells family is calling for a thorough and transparent investigation into how he died.
The Ocean Springs School District confirmed the body found on Horn Island was 18-year-old Nolan Wells.
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