September 16th 2025.
The Delta State University campus was rocked with tragedy on Monday morning when a student was discovered dead. The body of 21-year-old Demartravion 'Trey' Reed was found hanging from a tree in the heart of the Mississippi Delta. Mike Peeler, the director of public safety, confirmed the heartbreaking news, stating that the body was found on the central campus of the university.
According to Peeler, the University Police received a report of a Black male hanging from a tree near the DSU pickleball course. Peeler also expressed the university's deep sadness and confirmed the discovery of the deceased individual on campus. The body was discovered around 7am by officers, and Bolivar County Deputy Coroner Murray Roark stated that he "saw no broken limbs." When asked for further details, Roark declined to comment, stating that he believed the death to be self-inflicted.
Despite this tragic event, the campus was not placed on lockdown as foul play is not suspected. Peeler reassured the community that the campus is safe and a beautiful place to be. However, the university did cancel classes and festivities planned for its 100th anniversary until further notice. President Daniel Ennis expressed his condolences to those impacted by the loss and stated that the university will resume its operations as soon as possible.
The university is also offering support for those grieving through a prayer service organized for Reed and by opening the Lena Sillers Chapel for prayers. They have also requested assistance from the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation and other law enforcement agencies to investigate Reed's death. The campus is mourning the loss of one of its own, and the university asks for compassion and patience during this difficult time. Updates will be shared as they become available.
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