"Tragic Suicide of Nonbinary Teen Nex Benedict Sparks Outrage and Grief"

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Source: The Independent
"Tragic Suicide of Nonbinary Teen Nex Benedict Sparks Outrage and Grief"
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An autopsy report has concluded that 16-year-old nonbinary student Nex Benedict died by suicide, with the probable cause being listed as combined toxicity of Diphenhydramine and Fluoxetine. Nex had been bullied at Owasso High School in Oklahoma and died one day after a fight in a school restroom. The death has led to widespread condemnation of Oklahoma lawmakers and sparked protests against bullying and support for the LGBTQ+ community. LGBTQ advocacy groups have linked Nex's death to the rise of hateful rhetoric and anti-trans legislation, calling for a full investigation and emphasizing the need for increased support and safety for marginalized youth.

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