On the morning of Wednesday, Sept. 17, the body of Demartravion “Trey” Reed was found hanging near the pickleball courts of Delta State University in Cleveland, Miss. Based on preliminary investigation, there were no signs of foul play, according to Bolivar County Coroner Rudy Seal. A more detailed autopsy is will be performed at Mississippi State Crime Laboratory later this week.
Considering the history of Mississippi and the Deep South, the circumstances surrounding Reed’s death are being scrutinized. High-profile violence has been on the rise in the U.S. recently, and Reed’s death certainly contributes to this trend. Finding community and purpose can help individuals struggling with grief and stress in times such as these.
