Two Charged in Mississippi Over Alleged Illegal Kratom Sales Linked to Student Deaths
A shop clerk and his son have been charged in Oxford, Mississippi, with selling an illegal kratom product that authorities believe is linked to the deaths of two University of Mississippi students.
Terre Haute, IN, October 3, 2026 — In Oxford, Mississippi, a shop clerk and his son face charges related to the sale of an illegal kratom product. Authorities have stated their belief that this product is connected to the deaths of two students from the University of Mississippi.
The specific identities of the charged individuals, the name of the shop where the product was allegedly sold, and the identities of the deceased University of Mississippi students have not been publicly disclosed at this time. Details regarding the exact nature of the kratom product being deemed illegal by authorities were also not immediately available.
Kratom, a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia, has leaves containing compounds that can produce stimulant or opioid-like effects. Its legal status varies significantly by jurisdiction, with some areas classifying it as a controlled substance due to concerns about its potential health risks and effects.
Law enforcement officials have indicated that their investigation is ongoing. The charges stem from allegations of selling a kratom product that is considered illegal. Authorities are pursuing the connection between this product and the deaths of the two university students.
Further information regarding the legal proceedings, the specific charges filed against the clerk and his son, and the ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the students’ deaths is expected to be released as the case progresses. The timeline of the alleged sales and the discovery of the students’ deaths has not been provided.
Story summarized from the original created by Kaitlyn Miller, Jacob Gallant, Gray News staff on www.wthitv.com, see more information here.
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