A timely and successful police intervention led to the safe resolution of a potentially life-threatening situation involving a person in crisis.

The Vernon North Okanagan RCMP received a request to locate and assist a person who was threatening to harm themself Wednesday, March 16, at approximately 1:45 p.m.

Information acquired during the initial investigation led officers to a rocky outcropping where they found the person standing near the edge.

sa国际传媒淭wo of the responding officers approached the man from a safe distance and started communicating with him,sa国际传媒� said Const. Chris Terleski, RCMP media relations officer. sa国际传媒淯sing their crisis intervention and de-escalation training, they were able to convince the man to move away from the ledge and to a place of safety.sa国际传媒�

The person was taken to hospital for medical treatment.

sa国际传媒淭he person who called police should be commended for their action,sa国际传媒� adds Terleski. sa国际传媒淭hey recognized this was a life-threatening situation and did the right thing by reaching out for help.

If you are experiencing difficulty, or are in crisis, reach out. Remember, you are not alone.

An Interior Health Crisis Line Network is available at 1-888-353-2273 for immediate assistance or you can call the Suicide Hotline at 1-800-SUICIDE (784-2433)

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