Oklahoma nonbinary teen’s shocking death confirmed as suicide

A nonbinary teen from Oklahoma tragically passed away following an altercation in the school bathroom, with the state’s medical examiner ruling it as suicide. Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old student who preferred they/them pronouns, sadly lost their life on Feb 8. Police reported that Nex had consumed two medications with potentially harmful interactions. While initial findings pointed towards suicide, authorities awaited the medical examiner’s report. The Owasso Police Department initially indicated suicide as the likely cause but later mentioned the possibility that the fight could have contributed to Nex’s death. The altercation occurred the day before Nex’s passing, prompting rallies and vigils nationwide to support the LGBTQ+ community and highlight ongoing challenges.