Reports Initially Blamed Bullying for ‘Nonbinary’ Teen’s Death by ‘Brain Trauma,’ but the Actual Cause Was a Drug Overdose
A Tragic Twist in the Death of Teen Nex Benedict
The case of Nex Benedict, an Oklahoma “nonbinary” teenager, took a startling turn when a medical examiner revealed the true cause of death to be an intentional drug overdose, contradicting widespread media claims of a bully-induced fatality.
The Owasso Police Department remained cautious in disclosing details, opting to wait for the toxicology report’s completion. According to KJRH, that report indicated suicide via an overdose on Diphenhydramine and Fluoxetine, commonly known as Benadryl and Prozac.
Police Investigation Prioritizes Accuracy
“Investigators prioritized accuracy from the outset, recognizing signs pointing to suicide,” shared the police department. “Only with the medical examiner’s conclusive report could they confirm the suspicions.”
The initial story that sparked national attention involved widespread media speculation about Benedict’s death resulting from a violent attack by bullies. Teen Vogue reported an anonymous source’s claims, recounting how “complications from brain trauma” caused by a trio of assailants led to the tragic outcome.
Furthermore, Benedict’s own messages and claims post-incident painted a vivid picture of bullying, threats of lawsuits, and unreported school violence.
Questioning the Initial Accusations
The evolving narrative around Benedict’s ordeal revealed disparities between media reports and the events confirmed by police. The real altercation, according to The Oklahoman, started by Benedict, deviated significantly from prior accusations.
Although media reports quickly linked Oklahoma’s bathroom laws to the incident, police interviews and footage offered a different perspective, highlighting that the incident was initiated by Benedict.
From Hospital to Home: The Final Hours
Despite the absence of visible injuries and the potential for legal consequences due to the altercation, no one anticipated the heartbreaking turn of events. Benedict, returning home from the hospital, would soon be in critical condition, leading to a frantic 911 call by the teen’s mother, signaling the onset of a fatal overdose.
Political Reactions to Media Representations
Oklahoma’s Superintendent of Public Instruction, Ryan Walters, strongly criticized the media for their portrayal, accusing some of skewing the narrative for political purposes. “To exploit a tragedy for political gain is abhorrent,” Walters expressed in an interview with The New York Times. He emphasized that the fight at school was unrelated to the teen’s death.
As the dust settles, the sobering reality emerges that Nex Benedict’s passing was not the result of external violence, but an internal struggle, ending in a way that nobody, from family and friends to the nation, had anticipated.
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