Attempted Suicide Won't Change Solon Jail Policies

SOLON, OH — A 26-year-old prisoner at Solon Jail attempted to kill themselves on Dec. 13. The prisoner took apart a disposable razor and used the blades to cut his wrists. Jail administrators say there is little that can be done to prevent such incidents.

Ohio code requires that prisoners be offered an opportunity to shave if there are no indications they may attempt to hurt themselves, said Sergeant William McGee, jail administrator for Solon Police.

"We already buy the most security enhanced razors that we can find," McGee said. "This particular prisoner did not exhibit any indications prior to requesting the razor that he intended to hurt himself."

The incident on Dec. 13 took place in the morning. The prisoner requested the razor so he could shave. He then disassembled the razor and attempted suicide.

Emergency personnel rushed the 26-year-old to a local hospital for treatment. The man survived the suicide attempt.

He told police he attempted suicide because he wanted out of the jail.

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