Welfare check results in suicide

Warner Robins Police officers were dispatched to the 300 block of Tyson Glen Drive in reference to a welfare check around 3:11 p.m.

Upon arrival, officers attempted to make contact with a person who had sent texts alluding to committing suicide. While attempting to make contact at the home, a shot was fired from within.

Police Chief John Wagner said all first responders went to a more safe position, and the SWAT team was activated. All attempts to make contact with the person within the home were not successful.

The SWAT team was able to breach the front door, and with the use of a robot and other tools, made contact with a deceased person within the home. Wagner said the shot fired earlier was, “sadly self-inflicted.”

The Houston County Coroner responded to the scene, as did the WRPD Forensic Unit and Investigations.

“Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family of the deceased,” Wagner said. “Peer counseling is also offered to officers and all first responders that responded to the scene.” If you or anyone else you know is distressed and contemplating suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.

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