An autopsy blames alcohol poisoning for a Bureau of Indian Affairs student who died at Chemawa Indian School in Oregon.
Cindy Gilbert Sohappy, 16, was placed in a holding cell for unruly and intoxicated students. She was found dead on December 6.
The BIA and the FBI are investigating the death. Four school staff members have been placed on paid leave pending the result of the probe, The Oregonian reported.
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Autopsy: BIA student died of alcohol poisoning
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