UPDATED: Arlington Neighborhood Evacuated as Authorities Investigate Suicide by Cyanide

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Local and state authorities are investigating a suicide believed to have been caused by cyanide in a Rockmont Road neighborhood in Arlington.

The incident was reported at a home at approximately 4 Friday afternoon at 2 Rockmont Road. Police responded to a well-being check on Rockland Street in Arlington, and found a man dead from what appeared to be hazardous chemicals, possible cyanide, according to authorities.

Police and firefighters secured the area and requested a regional hazardous materials team to respond to the scene.

“A loss of life in our community is a tragedy, but with the possible addition of hazardous materials, we need to be extra careful to also protect the first responders and civilians in the area,” Chief Ryan said in a statement. “I wish to thank residents for their patience this afternoon, and my most sincere condolences go out to the family of the deceased.”

Since the death is not believed to be suspicious, the identity of the deceased is not being released.

The incident in under investigation.