Tuesday, September 16, 2025 - The body of a student was found hanging from a tree in Delta State University, United States.
Delta State University released a statement around 9 a.m. on
Monday morning, September 15, stating that a dead body was found on
campus.
“Earlier today, Delta State University staff discovered a
deceased individual on campus,” DSU announced. “University Police and local
authorities were immediately notified and are conducting an active
investigation.”
DSU said there were no further details to share at this.
“Out of respect for the individual and their loved ones, we
will refrain from additional comments until authorities release more
information,” DSY stated.
DSU said counselors and support services have been made
available to students, faculty and staff.
In an update, it eas discloses that authorities have
identified the student who was found dead Monday morning at Delta State
University.
According to Delta State University President Daniel Ennis,
the student is Demartravion “Trey” Reed, 21, out of Grenada.
“Our community is deeply saddened by this loss. We extend
our heartfelt condolences to family, friends, and all those impacted by Trey’s
loss,” Ennis said during a press conference at the university Monday
afternoon.
Delta State’s Director of Public Safety Mike Peeler said
University Police received a call around 7:05 a.m. in reference to a Black male
“hanging from a tree” near the central campus’ pickleball courts.
“Mr. Reed’s next of kin have been notified. At this time,
there is no evidence of foul play,” Peeler said.
He added that Reed’s body has been recovered by the Bolivar
County Coroner’s Office and that the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation and
the Bolivar County Sheriff’s Department have been called in to assist in the
investigation.
All classes and centennial events were canceled on
Monday, and counseling was made available to students and faculty.
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