The death of 21-year-old Delta State University student Demartravion “Trey” Reed, ruled a suicide, is being challenged by his family and activists who cite evidence of foul play and a long history of racial violence in the South. Advocates say Reed’s case reflects a broader pattern of suspicious deaths of Black Americans being dismissed as suicides, echoing the legacy of lynching in America.
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Kaepernick backs family’s call for truth with independent autopsy in Delta State student’s death
Colin Kaepernick is funding an independent autopsy for Delta State University student Demartravion “Trey” Reed, who was found dead on campus, to help the family find the truth behind his death.
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Body of Delta State University student, Demartravion ‘Trey’ Reed, found hanging from tree on campus
Delta State University officials and police are investigating the death of 21-year-old student Demartravion ‘Trey’ Reed, whose body was found hanging from a tree on the campus on Sept. 15.