Image via @OxfordPolice/XOver the weekend, two University of Mississippi, Ole Miss, students were found dead, and the drug kratom was found at the scene, although it is unclear whether it was involved.The students were identified as Robert Strang, a 20-year-old junior from Atlanta, and Aidan Hamilton, an 18-year-old freshman from Colorado.Lafayette County Metro Narcotics announced that law enforcement was investigating the deaths.“To Our Community: We are aware of the significant amount of concern, speculation, and misinformationcirculating regarding the deaths of two college-aged individuals yesterday. First and foremost, our thoughts and prayers are with the families, friends, classmates, and loved ones affected by these tragic losses.”“Law enforcement is currently conducting two separate death investigations. At this time, we have no confirmed evidence indicating that the two deaths are connected. However; packaged Kratom sold from a retail store was found during both investigations.”“Out of an abundance of caution, we encourage everyone to avoid kratom and any other medication or substance that was not prescribed to you or obtained from a trusted, regulated source. We do not have confirmed information indicating that kratom or any other substance was a contributing factor in either death. We ask the public to avoid speculation regarding thecircumstances or cause of either death while these investigations remain ongoing.”Now, three people have been arrested, and agents seized “more than 500 units of kratom, along with an assortment of THC cartridges, gummies, and other suspected narcotics,” according to an Oxford police statement.“During the investigation, Metro Narcotics agents were able to conduct a controlled purchase of illegal substances from the business. Based upon evidence obtained during the investigation, agents applied for and were granted a search warrant.”“Law enforcement officers subsequently executed the search warrant at Puffs Vape, Tobacco and Beer Store, located in the 100 block of Heritage Drive in Oxford.”“During the search, agents recovered more than 500 units of kratom, along with an assortment of THC cartridges, gummies, and other suspected narcotics. Kratom has been prohibited from possession, distribution, and sale within the City of Oxford since 2019.”“Yahya Mohamed Mosleh, 51, of Oxford, and Islam Mohamed, 18, of Oxford, were arrested and charged with possession of Schedule I controlled substances with intent to distribute. In 2022, the business owner, Amer Alowdi, 40 years old, was indicted for trafficking narcotics.”“Alowdi fled the country before prosecution. Additional charges may be forthcoming as the investigation continues.”“This investigation does not end with these arrests. These individuals and this business are not necessarily the only people involved in the illegal distribution of these products, and they should not expect to be the last arrests made as our enforcement efforts continue.”“This remains an active investigation. Additional information will be released when appropriate.”A news release from Lafayette County Metro Narcotics –FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE –Lafayette County Metro Narcotics Unit Executes Search Warrant at Oxford BusinessOXFORD, MISS. — On Thursday, September 24, 2026, the Lafayette County Metro Narcotics Unit received information… pic.twitter.com/ehoapEsqRG— Oxford Police Department (@OxfordPolice) September 25, 2026According to the FDA, “Kratom is a tropical tree (Mitragyna speciosa) that is native to Southeast Asia. Products prepared from kratom leaves are available in the U.S. online and in brick-and-mortar stores. Kratom is often used to self-treat conditions such as pain, coughing, diarrhea, anxiety and depression, opioid use disorder, and opioid withdrawal, with regular kratom users self-reporting using less than 6g of botanical kratom per consumption, per several recent studies.”“An estimated 1.7 million Americans aged 12 and older used kratom in 2021, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Survey on Drug Use and Health.”Kratom is not a federally controlled substance and can be found widely available in smoke shops, gas stations, and online in most states.The post Two Ole Miss Students Found Dead With Packaged Kratom at the Scene, Arrests Made at Local Business appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.