World

Kratom found in student deaths at University of Mississippi

Updated 2026-09-23 15:55 UTC 1 source Negative

Kratom, an opioid-related herbal substance, was discovered during investigations into the deaths of two students at the University of Mississippi. The findings are raising concerns about drug use on campus.

Coverage timeline — 1 article

The Hill

2 Mississippi students dead, kratom found during both investigations

Kratom, an herbal substance whose components are opioid-related, was found in the investigation into two student deaths at the University of Mississippi, the local narcotics team said on Tuesday.

2026-09-23 15:36 UTC