Nonbinary Teen Nex Benedict Did NOT Die Of Injuries From Bathroom Assault
22.02.2024 - 21:37
/ perezhilton.com
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There’s been a major update in the heartbreaking case of Nex Benedict.
As we’ve been following, the nonbinary Oklahoma teen sadly died after getting into a bathroom brawl at Owasso High School earlier this month. In messages sent by the 16-year-old to a family member before their death, they claimed to have been “jumped” by three girls, leading to an ER visit after allegedly getting their head “repeatedly [beaten]” across the floor. At the time, Nex’s grandmother and legal guardian Sue called the Owasso Police Department, who informed them the school had not filed a report. Nex was discharged from the hospital the same night, but was rushed back the following morning after reportedly collapsing at home. Tragically, they passed away.
Initially, investigators did not say whether Nex’s death was directly related to injuries sustained from the attack, or if it was something else… But that’s apparently been cleared up now.
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On Wednesday night, the Owasso Police Department revealed in a Facebook release that Nex did NOT die of injuries from the bathroom attack:
It was not, however, made clear exactly what DID cause Nex’s death:
Read the full report (below):
In the wake of the tragedy, Owasso Public Schools issued a statement addressing what they know to have happened, and their medical response:
So Nex got an assessment by a registered nurse, then went to the ER, then was sent home… But died anyway? So what happened?
The police are staying tight-lipped for now, but they did say they’re continuing the investigation. OPD Chief Dan Yancey told The Advocate:
He also confirmed Sue’s claim — the school did NOT file a report