Arrecife Local Police officers managed to prevent a resident of the capital of Lanzarote from ending his life, thanks to a quick and coordinated intervention with the National Police.
The events occurred this Thursday when a direct relative of the person alerted the officers who were regulating traffic in the capital, stating that the man had severe depression and self-destructive behaviors. Given the urgency of the case, all available resources were immediately activated and the individual's location was facilitated.
Once at the scene, the police officers observed how the man was trying to take his own life. Thanks to the joint action and the use of communication skills, the officers managed to persuade him and contain the situation without any physical damage occurring.
Subsequently, the man was transferred to a hospital center, where he is receiving appropriate professional care.
The specific training of the officers in crisis management, together with the rapid intervention, has been key to avoiding a tragedy. The authorities are now investigating the factors that may have motivated this situation, while guaranteeing the protection and monitoring of the affected person.