Missing Person Flyer: James Wells
James Wells, 71 • Newport, NC • Missing
Last Seen
2017-09-08
Summary
Boat capsized in bogue inlet; body never recovered. 3 boaters. One survivor, one other deceased but located. Survivor reports James unresponsive >2minutes in water. Coast Guard searched 24hours, suspended search with presumed death with belief body no longer above surface.
Public case details
- Age
- 71
- Height
- 5' 11"
- Weight
- 180
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Case ID: 40131
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