Delta State University (DSU) Mississippi student student, Trey Reed found hanging from tree as relative alleges cover up lynching [VIDEO]

Bounce Nation September 16, 2025
Delta State University (DSU) Mississippi student student, Trey Reed found hanging from tree as relative alleges cover up lynching

A Delta State University student in Mississippi was found hanging from a tree on campus Monday morning, according to school and law enforcement officials. The police do not suspect foul play.

Demartravion 'Trey' Reed, 21, of Grenada, Mississippi, was found dead approximately 7 a.m. on September 15. Reed's body was found hanging from a tree in the center of campus, near the pickleball courts, according to Delta State University Police Chief Mike Peeler.

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Peeler stated that he does not suspect foul play in Reed's death, that Reed's corpse has been recovered by the Bolivar County Coroner's Office, and that an autopsy will be performed, according to FOX13.

Despite police initially stating that they believe Reed’s death was the result of incident, the victim’s cousin in a viral post on social media came out alleging a history of ‘racist violence’ against ‘black students’ at the school and pleading investigators get involved.


‘Now, I just got off the phone with one of my cousins,’ the relative said. ‘She said she seen the reports and it said that he was beaten and bruised. Both his arms were broken and he had a broken leg. I’m gonna let y’all do the math.’

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The tragic discovery comes as Delta State University (DSU) was slated to start centennial day celebrations on Monday. However, DSU said that the celebrations, as well as classes on Monday, are set to be cancelled over the death.

‘Our community is deeply saddened by this loss, and we extend our heartfelt condolences to families and friends and all those who were impacted by Trey’s loss,’ said Delta State University President Daniel J. Ennis, reports MPB. ‘I’ve spoken to Trey’s family and expressed our heartbreak.’


According to the Mississippi Free Press, Bolivar County Deputy Coroner Murray Roark, who assisted a medical examination of Reed’s body, said there was no evidence of broken arms or legs.

‘I don’t think I should probably discuss this any further than that. My opinion is that it was self-done, and I have reasons for that,’ said Roark, despite the death still being an active investigation.

The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation, along with other local agencies, will assist in the investigation into Reed’s death.

Delta State University, founded in 1924 is a predominantly white public university.



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