Missing Transgender College Student Lia Smith Died by Suicide: M.E.
Summary
A transgender student from Middlebury College, Lia Smith, was found dead from suicide after being reported missing on October 19. An autopsy confirmed the cause of death and no further details are provided by authorities. The college community has been offered counseling services during this difficult time.Key Facts
- Lia Smith was a transgender student from Middlebury College reported missing on October 19.
- She was found deceased, and the medical examiner confirmed it was suicide.
- The body was discovered near the college's campus in Cornwall, Vermont.
- Middlebury College notified students and provided counseling services to support them.
- Lia Smith was a statistics and computer science major and a former student-athlete.
- She participated in various college extracurricular activities, including the women’s swimming team and chess club.
- The college held extensive searches involving police and trained teams to find her.
- Studies show a high rate of suicide attempts among transgender individuals in the U.S.
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