Man Dies In Jump Off Menlo Park Building: Police

MENLO PARK, CA — Officers and fire personnel responded Thursday to the scene where a man died in a possible attempt to take his own life by jumping off the fourth floor of a building on Jefferson Drive, the police department reported at 2:10 p.m.

The Menlo Park Police Department received the 911 call at 11:30 a.m. in the 100 block of Jefferson Drive, and when the emergency crews arrived, they found the victim unresponsive. Firefighters and paramedics administered medical aid but were unable to revive the man.

The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

A preliminary investigation by the police department indicates there was no foul play involved in this death. The San Mateo County Coroner’s Office responded and transported the victim to the San Mateo County Hospital. The identity of the victim is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline may be addressed at 800-273-TALK.

Warning signs to look for when someone is in trouble have been issued from the American Association of Suicidology. A person might be suicidal if he or she:

• Talks about committing suicide
• Has trouble eating or sleeping
• Experiences drastic changes in behavior
• Withdraws from friends and/or social activities
• Loses interest in hobbies, work, school or other interests
• Prepares for death by making out a will and final arrangements
• Gives away prized possessions
• Has attempted suicide before
• Takes unnecessary risks
• Has had recent severe losses
• Is preoccupied with death and dying
• Loses interest in their personal appearance
• Increases their use of alcohol or drugs