The number of suicides in Murfreesboro seem to be on the increase. There were several attempted suicides reported in recent days along with another actual suicide that was reported on Monday (4/3/17). One woman even took a large number of pills on FaceBook "LIVE." The woman survived, but later told police it was in an attempt to kill herself.

Evidently, a co-worker of the deceased went to check on the 24-year-old man and found him dead in his Sloan Street kitchen. A police report showed that the man had died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. National Guard gear that belonged to the deceased was located in the living room.

Apparently, the victim's father also committed suicide in the past.

The previous Saturday, a suicide took place under the South Church Street bridge near the Warrior Drive / South Church Street intersection in Murfreesboro. In that case, it was a 44 year old man who took his own life.

Help for Veterans in Murfreesboro:

Veterans, Service members, and their loved ones in crisis can call the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 and press 1, send a text message to 838255, or chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net to receive free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, even if they are not registered with VA or enrolled in VA health care.

Suicide Facts in Tennessee:

• In 2015 there were 1,017 suicide deaths in Tennessee
• In 2014, there were 948 suicide deaths in Tennessee
• In 2013, there were 1,017 suicide deaths in Tennessee
• For 2012, there were 956 suicide deaths in Tennessee

Having thoughts of harming yourself?

The Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Crisis Line at (855) CRISIS-1 (274-7471) is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and connects callers to their local provider for mental health and/or substance use crisis services.

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MPD 17-6842
MPD 17-6849