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September 23, 2026
Investigations Launched Following Deaths of Two Ole Miss Students Linked to Kratom
- Two University of Mississippi students were found dead with kratom packages at their locations.
- Investigators have not confirmed a direct link between the deaths but warn against kratom use.
- Kratom, a psychoactive substance, has been associated with serious health risks and fatalities.
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- Packaged kratom found at death scenes of two Ole Miss students. How dangerous is the drug?Sep 23, 2026 at 3:53 PM · Independent
- Officials Investigating Mississippi Student Deaths Issue Warning About KratomSep 23, 2026 at 6:51 PM · NYT