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"Medical Examiner Report Confirms Nex Benedict's Suicide"

The Medical Examiner's office revealed that 16-year-old Nex Benedict's cause of death was suicide, attributed to combined toxicity of Diphenhydramine and Fluoxetine. Nex's death followed a confrontation with three girls in a school bathroom, sparking national attention and protests against LGBTQ+ bullying. The release of the cause of death prompted the Owasso Police Department to urge those in crisis to seek help from the Oklahoma Mental Health Lifeline. The incident has led to investigations and protests, with organizations and groups showing support for Nex and demanding action against bullying in schools.