Man commits suicide in Pilar

By Felipe V. Celino

 

The Department of Health has established suicide prevention hotlines in the country. For those who need help, they could call 0917-899-8727 (USAP) and 0917-989-8727 (USAP). Other helplines include that of In Touch Philippines with call crisis lines +63 2 893 7603 (Landline); +63 917 800 1123 (Globe); and +63 922 893 8944 (Sun). The Philippine Red Cross’ 24/7 suicide prevention hotline, toll-free HOPELINE 2919 (for Globe & TM Subscribers) 091 7558 4673 or 8044673.

 

ROXAS CITY, Capiz— A 25-year-old allegedly committed suicide Monday night at Barangay Casanayan, Pilar, Capiz.

Police Corporal Jaypee Tomogda, Pilar Municipal Police Station investigator, said Rico (not his real name) was found hanging inside their house.

Rico was declared dead at Jesus M. Colmenares District Hospital in Balasan, Iloilo.

Prior to the incident, the victim was last seen drinking liquor with his father and neighbors which lasted until 8PM.

Rico’s live-in partner later looked for him as they were about to have their supper.

According to his live-in partner, Rico was always mentioning the name of his former girlfriend whenever he was drunk.