Investigation into the Death of Nex Benedict: Body Cam Footage Reveals Bullying and Tragic Consequences

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Accident – Death – Obituary News : The Owasso Police Department has recently made public the body camera footage of a school resource officer’s conversation with Nex Benedict, the 16-year-old from Oklahoma who tragically passed away a day after being involved in a physical altercation at a high school. The incident, which took place in a school bathroom, has raised concerns about bullying and student safety.

In the footage, Officer Caleb Thompson can be heard asking Nex about the events that transpired. Nex reveals that they had been targeted by a group of girls who had been bullying them for some time. Nex’s mother, Sue Benedict, also shares her concerns about the bullying Nex had been experiencing.

The interview with Nex and their mother took place at a hospital following the altercation on February 7th, with Nex sadly passing away the following day. Nex recounts how the girls had taunted them in the bathroom, leading to a physical confrontation.

The tragic death of Nex Benedict has sparked a national conversation about the need to protect students from bullying, especially those who may be targeted because of their gender identity. Nex, who identified as gender expansive and used they/them and he/him pronouns, had previously faced bullying due to their gender identity.

Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances that led to the fight and whether Nex was specifically targeted because of their gender identity. While the police have stated that Nex’s death was not directly caused by the altercation, the investigation is ongoing.

Nex’s family has expressed their desire for a thorough investigation and for those responsible to be held accountable. They have also called for measures to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.

In the body camera footage, Officer Thompson can be seen discussing potential charges with Nex and their mother. He emphasizes the importance of handling conflicts peacefully and advises against resorting to physical altercations.

As the investigation continues, more details are expected to emerge. This is a developing story that highlights the importance of addressing bullying and ensuring the safety of all students in educational environments..

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