Student found hanging from tree at Delta State University

Delta State University has identified the person found dead on campus. (Delta State University Facebook)

Delta State University has identified the person found dead on campus as Demartravion “Trey” Reed, 21, a student of the university from Grenada.

“Our community is deeply saddened by this loss. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of all those impacted by Tre’s loss,” said Delta State University President Daniel Ennis.

Delta State University police Chief Michael Peeler said Reed was found just after 7 a.m. Monday hanging from a tree on the central campus of DSU near the school’s pickleball courts.

“Pending an investigation, further investigation and also from the medical examiner’s office, we won’t have more information until that part has been done,” Peeler said.

The Bolivar County coroner’s office took Reed’s body, and medical experts will determine what led to his death.

The president said counselors and support services are available to students.

The campus chapel was opened for students and staff for prayer in this difficult time, and Ennis said a prayer service was in the process of being planned.

Delta State police said the campus is safe.

The discovery of Reed forced the cancellation of classes and all activities Monday, including events celebrating the university’s centennial.

Ennis said he would be meeting with school leadership to determine whether classes and activities would resume as normal Tuesday.