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Kaepernick Funds Second Autopsy for Delta State Student Reed

9/22/2025

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Colin Kaepernick's foundation will finance a second autopsy for De'Martravion "Trey" Reed, a Delta State University student found hanging from a tree.
Although ruled a suicide, concerns from Reed's family and attorney Ben Crump have prompted calls for a federal investigation.
A candlelight vigil in Grenada honored Reed, highlighting community support.
The Southern Poverty Law Center and U.S. Representative Bennie Thompson urged thorough investigations into Reed's and another hanging death.
The independent autopsy awaits the release of Reed's body by authorities.

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Colin Kaepernick's foundation will finance a second autopsy for De'Martravion "Trey" Reed, a Delta State University student found hanging from a tree.
Although ruled a suicide, concerns from Reed's family and attorney Ben Crump have prompted calls for a federal investigation.
A candlelight vigil in Grenada honored Reed, highlighting community support.
The Southern Poverty Law Center and U.S. Representative Bennie Thompson urged thorough investigations into Reed's and another hanging death.
The independent autopsy awaits the release of Reed's body by authorities.