Authorities Raid Mississippi Vape Store Amid Student Deaths Investigation
Authorities raided Puffs Vape, Tobacco and Beer Store in Oxford, Mississippi, following the deaths of two Ole Miss students. Records indicate that one of the deceased students had purchased kratom from the store prior to their death. Two arrests were…
Columbus Tupelo West Point Starkville, MS, September 28, 2026 —
Oxford, Mississippi authorities conducted a raid on Puffs Vape, Tobacco and Beer Store. The action follows the recent deaths of two students affiliated with the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss).
According to available records, one of the students who died had reportedly purchased kratom from the Puffs store before their passing. The specific details surrounding the purchases and the connection to the students’ deaths are part of the ongoing investigation.
During the raid, law enforcement officers made two arrests at the store location. Further information regarding the nature of these arrests or the identities of the individuals apprehended was not immediately disclosed.
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the students’ deaths is continuing. Authorities have not yet released further details on the cause of death for either student or the scope of the investigation concerning the store’s operations and products. The contractor’s name involved in the raid was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.
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