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Two University of Mississippi students have been found dead amid a drug-related investigation, officials confirmed to Fox News Digital.

Lafayette County Metro Narcotics said in a news release that law enforcement is investigating the deaths of two college-aged individuals found at separate locations. Authorities have not confirmed the deaths are connected, but packaged kratom sold from a retail store was recovered in both investigations.

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Two Ole Miss students found dead as kratom is recovered at both sites: officials. (Fox News Digital)

"We do not have confirmed information indicating that kratom or any other substance was a contributing factor in either death," the agency said.

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In a statement to Fox News Digital, the University of Mississippi confirmed that both of the deceased were students there.

A crowd gathers in The Grove before the college football game between the LSU Tigers and Ole Miss Rebels on Sept. 27, 2025, at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Miss. (Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

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"The University is heartbroken by the recent loss of two students and extends our condolences to their families, friends and loved ones during this difficult time," a campus spokesman said.

This is a developing story.

Adam Sabes is a reporter for Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to Adam.Sabes@fox.com and on Twitter @asabes10.