Statewide officials, candidates respond to Haitian student’s death

By: Susan Tebben

Outlets: Ohio Capital Journal

Published: September 11, 2026

Words: 1,225

Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago

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This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, please call or text the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.

Ohio officials and candidates alike have reacted to the death of a 20-year-old Haitian immigrant who died by apparent suicide after being bullied because of his immigration status and the ankle monitor he was required to have.

Pierre Damas Bel was a Springfield High School graduate and Wright State University …

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