Teenager Nex Benedict Dies After School Fight: National Outcry and Vigils Spread Across US
Owasso, Oklahoma – The tragic death of teenager Nex Benedict following a school restroom altercation has captured national attention, sparking vigils across the United States. Benedict, who identified as non-binary and preferred they/them pronouns, passed away a day after the incident at Owasso High School. An ongoing police investigation seeks to uncover the circumstances surrounding Benedict’s death. Details surrounding the altercation are still unclear, with the cause of death pending official determination. Following the confrontation, …