Nolan Wells Autopsy Shows No Water In Lungs; Phone Data Deleted Day of Disappearance

Champaign Urbana & Springfield Decatur, IL, September 24, 2026 —

Autopsy results for Nolan Wells, whose body was discovered near Horn Island, Mississippi, have revealed significant findings, including the absence of water in his lungs. Experts examining the case have also disclosed that data was deleted from Wells’ phone on the same day he went missing.

The information regarding the autopsy was released as part of the ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding Nolan Wells’ death. The presence or absence of water in the lungs is a key factor investigators often look for in determining the cause of death, particularly in cases involving drowning. The finding of no water suggests that drowning may not have been the cause of death, or at least not in the manner typically associated with submersion.

Further complicating the investigation, it was revealed that data was intentionally removed from Wells’ mobile phone. This data deletion occurred on the specific day he disappeared. The nature of the deleted data and the identity of the individual who deleted it have not been publicly disclosed by investigators.

Despite these forensic details, the official cause of Nolan Wells’ death has not yet been determined. Investigations are continuing, with authorities examining all available evidence to piece together the events leading up to his disappearance and discovery. The lack of a determined cause of death, coupled with the data deletion from his phone on the day he vanished, leaves many questions unanswered.

The body of Nolan Wells was found in the vicinity of Horn Island, Mississippi, a location that has been central to the search and recovery efforts. Further details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.

Story summarized from the original created by WLOX Staff, Akim Powell on www.wandtv.com, see more information here.

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