A 64-year-old man is clinging to life after a self-inflicted gunshot wound in Brooklyn Bridge Park on Easter Sunday morning. Police responded to an emergency call at about 6:40 a.m. to find the man unresponsive with critical injuries. He was later taken to Presbyterian Memorial Hospital for treatment. A firearm was recovered at the location, and the police are currently investigating. This incident adds to concerns about mental health crises in public spaces, with previous incidents at the park, including a suicide threat and possible human remains found months earlier.
A 64-year-old man is in critical condition after a suicide attempt at Brooklyn Bridge Park, highlighting ongoing mental health issues in public spaces.
In November, police dealt with another crisis at the park when a man threatened to jump off Brooklyn Bridge, showing the area's increasing struggles.
Authorities encourage those struggling with suicidal thoughts to seek help, reminding the public of available crisis counseling resources.
The incident is under investigation, with police finding a firearm at the scene and previous instances of distress in the same area.
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