what happened at delta state

At Delta State University in Cleveland, Mississippi, the 21-year-old student Demartravion "Trey" Reed was found dead, hanging from a tree on campus. The body was discovered on the morning of September 15, 2025, near the pickleball courts in the central part of the campus. Authorities, including university police and local law enforcement, are investigating the death, with no evidence of foul play reported so far. The investigation remains open, with an autopsy pending. The university canceled classes and events, including centennial celebrations, as the campus mourned the loss. Counseling services were made available to students, faculty, and staff in response to the tragedy. University officials emphasize the safety of the campus despite the incident.