NYPD officer dies by suicide, fifth since June

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Sunday, July 28, 2019
NYPD officer dies by suicide, fifth since June
Joe Torres has more.

NEW DORP, Staten Island (WABC) -- Another member of the NYPD has died by suicide - making it the fifth one since June.



The officer took his life on Saturday afternoon on Staten Island.



The Sergeant's Benevolent Association tweeted saying,





Mayor Bill de Blasio issued a statement saying these tragedies cannot continue.



If you or anyone you know is having trouble coping, you are urged to call the Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255



NYPD officers can call the Employee Assistance Unit at 646-610-6730 or the Chaplains Unit at 212-473-2363



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