An 18-year-old football player leaves for a Fourth of July trip with friends... but never comes home. Two days later, Nolan Wells is found dead on a remote Mississippi barrier island, and what should have been a straightforward investigation quickly becomes a mystery filled with conflicting timelines, unanswered questions, and growing public scrutiny. In this episode, Lauren Matthias breaks down everything we know about the death of Nolan Wells—from GPS records, distress calls, and witness interviews to the viral argument video, the controversy surrounding Nolan's phone, and the family's decision to seek an independent autopsy. We'll separate verified facts from online rumors, examine the inconsistencies at the center of the investigation, and explore why Nolan's family refuses to accept an accidental drowning without more answers. Was this a tragic accident, or is there more to the story? SPONSORS: Article: Get $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more at Article by visiting https://www.article.com/discount/hidden and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout. Rula: Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts at https://www.rula.com/hidden patients typically pay $15 per session with insurance. Become a Hidden gem: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBp03toXz-WZ6gSt7YtSdEg/join Find exclusive episodes on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hiddentruecrime Lauren Matthias was a television reporter for a decade. She and her husband, Dr. John Matthias, a criminal psychologist, started Hidden True Crime in 2020 with their Season, 'Beyond the Veil,' a psychological deep dive into the doomsday murders of Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow. What started as a simple conversation at their dinner table became a captivating podcast. Join the dynamic duo of Dr. John Matthias, a forensic psychologist, and Lauren Matthias, an investigative journalist, as they delve into the psychological facets of unthinkable crimes every week. Their unique perspectives and in-depth analysis offer a fresh take on true crime storytelling. Thank you for your support through sponsorships, subscribing, listening, and becoming a Patreon member at https://www.patreon.com/hiddentruecrime Become a channel member and gem: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBp03toXz-WZ6gSt7YtSdEg/join Join for channel emojis: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBp03toXz-WZ6gSt7YtSdEg/join We're a true crime news channel working to ensure that the public gets the most factual information on the latest crimes. This video is a news piece in the public's interest. This video was created with the intent of educating the public. Content is based on publicly available information, professional experience, and personal opinion. Nothing presented constitutes psychological, medical, or legal advice, or a formal diagnosis. All individuals discussed are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Murder or Mistake? Breaking Down the Timeline in the Mysterious Death of Nolan Wells | FULL STORY nolan wells,nolan wells update,nolan wells update today,jayvon williams interview,tracestin shepherd,nolan wells update today autopsy report,nolan wells full story,what happened to nolan wells,unsolved mysteries,true crime,true crime stories,true crime podcast,hidden true crime,lauren matthias,crime stories,true crime recaps,mississippi teen missing,katie mccormack,Christine Wonsley,Benjamin Crump,criminal psychology,crime documentaries,wells case