An Expat Threatened To Commit Suicide From A Telecommunications Tower In Abu Dhabi

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Abu Dhabi Police rescued a man attempting to jump from a telecommunications tower on Thursday.

Police managed to convince the Asian man in his 20s to abandon a suicide attempt, according to a social post by Abu Dhabi police.

Police were alerted to the incident at 2.30pm on Thursday, when the Abu Dhabi resident had managed to scale the tower and was threatening to jump from it.

Police rushed to the site and convinced the man to come down

Emergency services rushed to the site. According to police, the team quickly prevented the attempt, by reminding the man of the ‘importance of life’.

If you or anyone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, please consult professional help. Online services are available to help those in need.

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Abu Dhabi Police Foiled A Suicide Attempt On A Popular Abu Dhabi Street

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Abu Dhabi Police foiled a suicide attempt on Hamdan Street, one of Abu Dhabi’s busiest streets.

A 40-year-old Asian man attempted to kill himself by throwing himself in front of a truck. He was spotted by a nearby patrol team who immediately had the body rushed to a local hospital.

Some bones were fractured but the man survived the incident.

A post from the police reminds residents that suicide is a criminal offence, and legal action can be taken against offenders.

Anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts is recommended to consult professional help. Online services are also available to help those in need.

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