Nex Benedict : Oklahoma School Under US Federal Probe After Teen’s Death

Tragic Death of Nex Benedict Sparks Investigation

A heartbreaking incident unfolded at Owasso High School, where 16-year-old Nex Benedict tragically lost their life a day after a distressing altercation inside a girls’ toilet. Family members have revealed that Nex, who identified as non-binary and used they/them pronouns, had been a victim of bullying.

The circumstances surrounding Nex’s death have raised serious concerns, prompting the Human Rights Campaign to request an investigation into Owasso Public Schools’ handling of sex-based harassment allegations that may have contributed to the tragic outcome.

While the cause of Nex’s death has not been disclosed by the authorities, it has been confirmed that it was not directly related to injuries sustained during the altercation on February 8.

The Office For Civil Rights has pledged to investigate whether the school district failed to appropriately address the alleged harassment incidents, as outlined in the letter submitted to the Human Rights Campaign.

Owasso Public Schools have denied the allegations, deeming them unsupported and without merit, but have expressed their commitment to collaborating with federal officials during the investigation process.

President of the Human Rights Campaign, Kelley Robinson, has emphasized the urgency of the situation, calling for swift action to ensure justice for Nex and to create a safe environment for all students at Owasso High School and beyond.

Nex’s family has shared details of the harrowing ordeal, indicating that the teenager endured harassment due to their non-binary identity, shedding light on the underlying issues that may have led to the tragic outcome.

The sequence of events following the altercation remains a point of contention, with conflicting reports on the extent of injuries sustained by Nex. However, it is evident that the situation escalated to a devastating conclusion that has left the community in mourning.

As the investigation unfolds, questions linger about the adequacy of the school’s response to instances of harassment and the broader implications for student safety and well-being.