Student Death Investigation
Ole Miss investigates two student deaths as local authorities launch ongoing investigations.
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A police report obtained by Action News 5 said public safety officials were dispatched to Stewart Hall on campus shortly after 1:30 p.m. Monday for a possible overdose.
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Fraternity and sorority social events scheduled for the day were reportedly canceled amid the investigations.
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Free Narcan, which can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, is available through vending machines on campus and at Oxford’s downtown parking garage.
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The university encouraged students seeking help to use the University Counseling Center and UMatter, a student support and advocacy department.
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The deaths occurred shortly after Ole Miss defeated LSU 32-24 in a highly anticipated game that drew thousands of students together for Saturday-night celebrations.
The University of Mississippi confirmed two student deaths Monday, with the Lafayette County Coroner's Office and law enforcement investigating both cases The D, The Eagle. University Police said they have no evidence the deaths are connected, though packaged kratom was found during investigations Rolling Out. Officials urged students to stop spreading rumors and seek campus support services WAPT.
Dispatchers Respond to Possible Overdose on Campus
Public safety officials were called to Stewart Hall shortly after 1:30 p.m. Monday for a reported possible overdose Action News 5. The incident sparked immediate investigations involving university police and local authorities. Fraternity and sorority social events were canceled the same day as investigations unfolded The D.
Kratom Found but Not Confirmed as Factor
Packaged kratom was discovered during both investigations, but authorities have not confirmed whether kratom or any other substance contributed to either death The Eagle. The students, ages 18 and 21, have not been publicly identified The D. Officials emphasized they have no confirmed evidence linking the two deaths together Rolling Out.
Campus Resources and Narcan Availability
Free Narcan, which reverses opioid overdose effects, is available through vending machines on campus and at Oxford's downtown parking garage WGNO. The university directed students to the University Counseling Center and UMatter, a student support and advocacy department WAPT. Officials asked the community to avoid speculation and unverified claims on social media The Eagle.
Deaths Follow Weekend Victory Celebrations
The deaths occurred days after Ole Miss defeated LSU 32-24 Saturday night in a highly anticipated game The D. The victory drew thousands of students to campus celebrations. The timing and coincidence sparked speculation online, but university officials have not suggested any connection to the game.
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