A lawyer for the family of Nolan Wells revealed the final text message the college athlete sent before his dead body was found in the water after a July 4 boating trip.
Wells, 18, wrote “Thank you” to his Auntie Gabby at around 8:30 p.m. on July 3, civil rights attorney Ben Crump said at a press conference.
The prominent civil rights lawyer said the tragic teen —who went missing after attending an Independence Day boat party on Horn Island — communicated with his friends via Snapchat on the day he died.
Here’s the latest on the disappearance and death of Mississippi teen Nolan Wells:
- Nolan Wells’ parents ‘do not believe’ son ‘simply and accidentally’ drowned, despite grand jury report findings
- Nolan Wells’ family accuses officials of trying to close case ‘without getting the truth’
- Nolan Wells’ death ‘consistent with drowning,’ no evidence it was criminal or racially motivated, grand jury finds
- Nolan Wells’ pals blast ‘moronic’ Sunny Hostin, mercilessly mock ‘The View’ in blistering notice to sue
Crump said he had uncovered “282” Snapchat messages from Wells’ friend group after examining the fallen teen’s phone.
Though a grand jury ruled that Wells’ boating death was “consistent with drowning” with no signs of foul play, his family says they are still fighting “for justice.”
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
