An attempt by a 59-year-old man to commit suicide on the Third Mainland Bridge has been foiled by the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Lagos State Police Command has foiled
The spokesperson of the command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, who disclosed this in a statement said the man identified simply as Yemi, attempted to jump into the lagoon from the bridge on Friday, September 20, 2024.
According to the PPRO, the man said he was overwhelmed by challenges.
“At about 1200hrs today, Rapid Response Squad (RRS) bike riders on routine patrol on the Third Mainland Bridge prevented a man from jumping into the lagoon. The man, one Yemi, aged 59 of Ilasa, Lagos stated that he was overwhelmed by challenges,” the PPRO stated.
“Commander RRS, CSP Shola Jejeloye has counselled the suspect and has directed he be kept in protective custody pending the arrival of his family members.”
Saturday, 21 September 2024 16:39
Hardship: Police Save 59-Year-Old Man From Committing Suicide On Third Mainland Bridge
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