A student at Delta State University was found dead on the Cleveland campus Monday morning Sept. 15.

No cause of death has been confirmed.

An official at DSU confirmed that a body was found in what is suspected to be a suicide. However, that has not been confirmed by the Bolivar County coroner.

The body was found hanging in a tree in the middle of campus behind pickleball courts near the Court of Governors dormitories.

In a statement from the university, DSU said, "Earlier today, Delta State University staff discovered a deceased individual on campus. University Police and local authorities were immediately notified and are conducting an active investigation. At this time, we have no further details to share. Out of respect for the individual and their loved ones, we will refrain from a

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