Officers Rescue Man Who Tried To Hang Himself From Tree

STONY BROOK, NY – Two Suffolk County Police officers rescued a man who tried to kill himself in Stony Brook Monday night.

Sixth Precinct officers responded to a call at approximately 10:15 p.m. from a man who was concerned that his friend intended to commit suicide in a wooded area near Seabrook Court. Officers were unable to immediately locate the man and requested assistance from Canine Section officers Christopher Fezza and Michael Cassidy.

Cassidy and his partner Thor located the man in a tree with a noose around his neck. Fezza climbed man's ladder, which was next to the tree, and when the man started to hang himself, Fezza pressed him against the ladder, police said.

Cassidy then gave a knife to Fezza, who cut the rope and lowered the man to the ground as Sixth Precinct officers assisted.

The man was transported to Stony Brook University Hospital for evaluation.

If you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached 24/7 at 1-800-273-8255.