Inmate Flown to Shock Trauma After Suicide Attempt: Harford Sheriff

BEL AIR, MD — An inmate was taken by helicopter to shock trauma Tuesday after attempting suicide at the Harford County Detention Center, officials said.

At 4:23 p.m., deputies were alerted to the situation in the 1000 block of Rock Spring Road, where medical attention was provided, according to the Harford County Sheriff's Office.

A helicopter airlifted the inmate to the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center with injuries that did not appear to be life-threatening, officials reported.

Help for Those Considering Suicide

If you or someone you know is considering suicide, there are resources available to help.

The Harford County Mobile Crisis team is available at 410-638-5248.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24 hours a day at 1-800-SUICIDE (or 1-800-784-2433). Its website offers services including a live chat.

The Kristin Brooks Hope Center provides specific hotlines for suicide prevention, veterans support, teens, grad students and those with postpartum depression.

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