Trey Reed brutal death on Delta State University campus has sparked debate after which racial abuse allegations were raised by Genesis Perry, father of a student.

Genesis Perry shares his experience

The discussion around Trey Reed brutal death brought attention to the experiences of former Delta State University student father Genesis Perry. The student's father seems to have revealed in the message widely circulated on media that he left the university after facing alleged racism and police mistreatment.

Genesis Perry explained that he often called home reporting incidents of racial abuse. He said that white students would ride around campus, throw trash at him and his friends, and call them racial slurs.


He later noted a license plate number and reported it to the police. According to the family, police did not act on the complaint. When Perry pressed them for updates, he reportedly became a target for both racism and police harassment.

One night, Perry claimed he had to run for his life from campus police. Witnesses contacted his parents after he was arrested. His family stated that when they reached out to both county and city authorities, they were told for several hours that Perry was not in custody. Eventually, they discovered that he had been detained.



Despite video evidence and eyewitness testimony, Perry’s family said the courts took no action. He later decided to leave Delta State University due to fear for his safety. His story gained national attention when it went viral on Indisputable with Dr. Rashad Richey.

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Trey Reed’s death confirmed on campus

Amid these resurfacing claims, Trey Reed brutal death shocked the Delta State University community. Reed, also known as Demartravion Reed, was a 21-year-old student from Grenada, Mississippi. His body was discovered hanging from a tree on campus on the morning of September 15.

University staff immediately contacted Delta State University Police and local law enforcement agencies. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation, Bolivar County Sheriff’s Office, Cleveland Police Department, and the Bolivar County Coroner joined the inquiry.

Delta State University response to Trey Reed’s death

Delta State University President Dan Ennis said he personally spoke with Reed’s family. The university offered counseling services to students, faculty, and staff. Ennis also confirmed that there was no evidence of foul play or threats to campus safety.

University Police Chief Michael Peeler addressed the situation in a press conference. He confirmed that investigators found no signs of criminal involvement and explained that the death was treated as a suicide. He emphasized that campus operations would continue as usual.

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Coroner addresses social media speculation

Following Reed’s death, social media users claimed that he had broken bones and other injuries inconsistent with suicide. These posts circulated widely online, leading to speculation about the cause of death.

The Bolivar County Coroner’s Office released a statement addressing the rumors. Officials said they were notified at 7:32 a.m. by Cleveland Police, and by 8:08 a.m., they were at the scene. They confirmed Reed was found hanging near the Court of Governors dormitories and pickleball courts.

The coroner stated that Reed’s body showed no broken bones, fractures, lacerations, or contusions. They concluded that there was no evidence of an attack or assault. His remains were transported to the Mississippi State Crime Lab for an autopsy.

Investigation remains ongoing

Chief Peeler confirmed that the investigation is ongoing. He said University Police would provide updates if new information arises. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation and other agencies continue to support the process.

Both the university and law enforcement maintain that based on current evidence, Reed’s death was a suicide. Counseling services remain available to the campus community as they cope with the loss.

FAQs

What happened in Trey Reed Brutal Death at Delta State University?

Trey Reed was found hanging from a tree on campus. Authorities investigated, ruled out foul play, and treated the death as a suicide.

Who is Genesis Perry in the Trey Reed Brutal Death discussion?

Genesis Perry is a former Delta State University student whose family shared claims of racial abuse and police harassment during his time at the university.