Tragic Death of Non-Binary Teen Sparks Outcry Over Bathroom Policies
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Nex Benedict, a non-binary, gender-fluid 16-year-old sophomore at Owasso High School in Oklahoma, died after a physical altercation in the girls' bathroom, where they suffered a blow to the head. The school suspended Nex for two weeks and failed to summon an ambulance. The state Medical Examiner’s Office has yet to officially determine the cause of death. The incident has sparked outrage and raised concerns about the treatment of LGBTQ+ students in public schools, as well as the lack of protection and support from school and state officials.
- Nex Benedict, Non-Binary Teen at Owasso High, Died After Bathroom Altercation The Daily Beast
- Oklahoma banned trans students from bathrooms. Now a bullied student is dead The Independent
- Parents of Owasso High School student who died after fight in bathroom speak out KOCO Oklahoma City
- Non-binary student, 16, dies after girls 'beat her head across the floor' in bathroom assault: reports New York Post
- Family member shares messages sent by 16-year-old Owasso student day before death KOKI FOX 23 TULSA
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