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Showing Original Post only (View all)Black student's body found hanging from a tree in Mississippi [View all]
Meidas Touch writes about the black student who was found swinging from a tree in Cleveland, Mississippi. The police state "Trey "Reed committed suicide, while the family said the young man's arms and one leg had been broken.
Troy Michaels writes in MTN.
The body of 21-year-old student Demartravion Trey Reed was found hanging in a tree on the campus of Delta State University in Cleveland, Mississippi on Monday. Campus police chief Michale J. Peeler told reporters no foul play is suspected and the death is considered a suicide, despite no official cause of death yet being released by the county coroners office.
Members of Reeds family have stated both his arms and one of his legs were also broken, however police have disputed this.
"At this time, there is no evidence of foul play," Peeler said. "But while there is no evidence of foul play, the body has been retrieved by the Bolivar County Coroner's office. I have requested the assistance of the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation, the Bolivar County Sheriff's office and the Cleveland PD to assist us in this ongoing investigation."
Members of Reeds family have stated both his arms and one of his legs were also broken, however police have disputed this.
"At this time, there is no evidence of foul play," Peeler said. "But while there is no evidence of foul play, the body has been retrieved by the Bolivar County Coroner's office. I have requested the assistance of the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation, the Bolivar County Sheriff's office and the Cleveland PD to assist us in this ongoing investigation."
The right wing is losing its fucking mind over Charlie Kirk's murder. I'll go out on a limb and say that this gruesome death is no suicide.
The Economic Times reports on news from some of the students' family in Grenada, Mississippi.
What is Tray Reed's family saying?
Members of Reed's family are insisting on a thorough investigation. "Please, do your own research on this. Do not let them sweep nothing under the rug. Enough is enough," said Reed's cousin.
No schools in the area were put on lockdown, and police say there is no ongoing threat to campus safety at DSU. "Trey was our little quiet light. He was sweet, well mannered, and would give you the world if he could. We ask that you continue to keep our family in your prayers as we continue to navigate through these unforeseen times," his family said in a statement.
Rep. Jonathan L. Jackson said the reports surrounding Treys death and subsequent speculation have profoundly disturbed many, raising grave concerns that demand not only answers but also accountability. "This tragedy and demands a prompt, transparent investigation led by independent authorities. I am calling on all appropriate authorities to immediately review the circumstances and ensure that every aspect, including potential hate motives, is thoroughly examined. No community, no family, and no student should ever face such trauma without the full force of justice and transparency," his post read on X.
Members of Reed's family are insisting on a thorough investigation. "Please, do your own research on this. Do not let them sweep nothing under the rug. Enough is enough," said Reed's cousin.
No schools in the area were put on lockdown, and police say there is no ongoing threat to campus safety at DSU. "Trey was our little quiet light. He was sweet, well mannered, and would give you the world if he could. We ask that you continue to keep our family in your prayers as we continue to navigate through these unforeseen times," his family said in a statement.
Rep. Jonathan L. Jackson said the reports surrounding Treys death and subsequent speculation have profoundly disturbed many, raising grave concerns that demand not only answers but also accountability. "This tragedy and demands a prompt, transparent investigation led by independent authorities. I am calling on all appropriate authorities to immediately review the circumstances and ensure that every aspect, including potential hate motives, is thoroughly examined. No community, no family, and no student should ever face such trauma without the full force of justice and transparency," his post read on X.
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Some will probably turn themselves into pretzels to try to claim he broke them
mwmisses4289
Sep 16
#6
What makes you think that police chief Michael L. Peeler is a "criminal fascist?"
Jose Garcia
Sep 17
#103
OH NO, NO Maam !!! Clearly, you don't know WTF you're talking about!Are you, with a STRAIGHT FACE trying
The_REAL_Ecumenist
Sep 17
#94
WTF do you THINK Lynching is, moron? One does NOT have to be an expert to see what is in your face?
The_REAL_Ecumenist
Sep 17
#116
From my readings it was always considered the worst State as far Black people's lives were concerned...
electric_blue68
Sep 16
#58
"No evidence of foul play." Are they for real? Seriously, a broken leg and both arms broken and that's not considered
Wiz Imp
Sep 16
#11
Even without the apparent broken limbs, how many people kill themselves by hanging from a tree?
muriel_volestrangler
Sep 16
#20
We had two here in California. One was re-examined and the family accepted the final conclusion.
chowder66
Sep 16
#44
Some do. A friend of mines' son hung himself from a tree in their backyard several years ago.
mwmisses4289
Sep 17
#99
Normally, we could count on the AG & FBI to get on this as a clear pattern is appearing
Attilatheblond
Sep 16
#53
All the reporting does I have seen does include the statemets of the Coroner and the College president
Tonk
Sep 16
#61
I absolutely refuse to believe that any black man would choose suicide by hanging - especially in Mississippi
Pachamama
Sep 16
#63