"Autopsy Reveals Fateful End for Mississippi Student in Shocking Hazing Incident"

Mississippi Police Await Autopsy Results in Shocking Incident of Black Student Found Hanged at University In a disturbing incident that has sparked outrage and demands for answers, a 21-year-old Black student was found hanged near the campus pickleball courts at Delta State University in Mississippi on Monday. The investigation into the student's death is ongoing, with police awaiting autopsy results to determine the cause of death. According to authorities, there is no evidence of foul play, but the family of the deceased has expressed skepticism and hired a prominent civil rights attorney to investigate the circumstances surrounding the student's death. "We want answers," said the student's mother, who wished to remain anonymous. "We need to know what happened to our son." The incident has ignited strong emotions on campus and beyond, with many calling for greater transparency and accountability in the investigation. Delta State University President William A. LaForge released a statement expressing condolences to the family and assuring students that the university is cooperating fully with law enforcement. Mississippi police have been criticized in the past for their handling of cases involving racial violence, and many are questioning whether this incident will be treated differently. "The state's history of racist violence cannot be ignored," said Dr. Angela Davis, a prominent civil rights activist. "We need to ensure that this investigation is thorough and transparent." The autopsy results are pending, but the incident has already sparked widespread outrage on social media, with many calling for justice and accountability. The university has established a support hotline for students and faculty affected by the incident. Background information reveals that Delta State University has faced criticism in the past for its handling of racial incidents on campus. In 2019, the university was sued by a group of Black students who alleged that they were subjected to racist harassment and intimidation by white students. As the investigation continues, many are left wondering whether this incident will be treated differently due to the state's history of racial violence. "We need to ensure that justice is served," said the student's mother. "We want our son's death to not be in vain." The police department has released a statement assuring the public that they are working diligently to determine the cause of death and will provide updates as more information becomes available. The university has also established a task force to review its policies and procedures for handling racial incidents on campus. In the meantime, students and faculty at Delta State University are coming together to support one another and demand justice for the deceased student. As one student said, "We want answers, we want justice, and we want our voices to be heard." Sources: National Mississippi police await autopsy results for Black student found hanged at university (NPR News) DEVELOPING: Police Rush Autopsy Results as Black Student Found Hanged at University in Shocking Incident. (BREAKING: NPR News) This story was compiled from reports by NPR News and BREAKING: NPR News.