"Nex Benedict's Death Ruled Suicide, Prompting GLAAD's Demand for Answers"
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An autopsy report revealed that Oklahoma teen Nex Benedict died of an overdose, with the medical examiner ruling it as suicide. Nex, who was bullied over their gender identity, died one day after being injured in a school bathroom altercation. The incident has sparked national scrutiny over the safety of transgender and gay children in Oklahoma, leading to calls for the removal of the state Schools Superintendent and federal investigations into the school's handling of past bullying reports.
- Nex Benedict autopsy report reveals suicide as cause of death USA TODAY
- Oklahoma pharmacist says multiple factors could have caused Nex Benedict's death KOCO Oklahoma City
- Oklahoma nonbinary teen's death ruled suicide, triggering anger The Washington Post
- GLAAD Demands More Answers After Nex Benedict Cause of Death Announced Newsweek
- Medical Examiner releases Nex Benedict's cause of death 2 News Oklahoma KJRH Tulsa
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