Two Individuals Hospitalized Following Separate Suicide Attempts
Police are investigating two separate suicide attempts reported on Saturday, October 4, 2025, which left both individuals hospitalized in stable condition.
The first incident occurred in the Freetown area around 9:30 a.m., when a woman reportedly ingested several prescription tablets in what police believe was an attempt to take her own life.
According to investigators, the woman had been experiencing emotional distress linked to relationship difficulties. She was found unresponsive at her home and transported to the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) by ambulance. Medical officials confirmed that she was treated and admitted for observation.
A few hours later, around 3:45 p.m., police responded to another suspected suicide attempt in the Ottos area. A man reportedly contacted authorities himself after consuming a quantity of pills and alcohol. Officers and emergency medical personnel were dispatched, and he was taken to SLBMC for treatment. He was said to be alert and cooperative when interviewed by investigators.
Both incidents are under active investigation by the police, who are reminding members of the public that help is available for anyone struggling with emotional or mental distress.
Anyone in need of support is encouraged to contact the Mental Health Centre at 462-5465 or reach out to a trusted healthcare professional or counselor.
So sad
This is heartbreaking.We really need to take mental health more seriously in this country too many people are suffering in silence
My heart breaks reading this. So many people suffering in silence. We really need more mental health support in Antigua
Please, if you’re struggling, reach out it’s not weakness, it’s courage
This shows how serious the mental health crisis is. The government needs to fund more counselors, especially in the communities
There is so much more to life than unaliving one self………..I hope they find peace. Honestly
The Mental Health Centre doing their best, but they overwhelmed. More resources, more awareness, more compassion
Mental health struggles are real and deserve compassion, not judgment. Please, if you’re feeling hopeless, reach out you’re not alone.
We know the reason behind the lady’s decision but the gentleman’s own. Then why would you publish hers and not his . You guys are strange people boss. If you didn’t have for both then just leave it out for both of them.
I pray that they both will find healing and comfort.
Too many people bottling up pain. Check on your friends and family, even the ones who always smiling
We talking about crime and politics, but not enough about depression. This could happen to anybody