The Lagos State Police Command said a 19-year-old lady has been rescued from an attempted suicide in Lagos.
The lady whose identity wasn’t revealed was rescued on June 29 by officers from the Ikorodu Area Command, according to Benjamin Hundeyin, spokesperson for the Lagos State Police Command.
Hundeyin said the rescue was prompted by a tip-off from a concerned citizen reporting that the woman was attempting to ingest a harmful chemical known as Sniper.
“Promptly responding to the tip-off, officers were dispatched to the scene where the girl was located and prevented from causing herself harm,” the statement read.
“Upon rescue, the lady, whose identity remains confidential, confessed that she had been driven to the brink of suicide due to severe emotional distress.
“She revealed that she was impregnated by a man who subsequently refused to take responsibility for the pregnancy. Additionally, she had fallen victim to a fraudster who scammed her of her earnings from her Point of Sale (POS) business, further compounding her emotional and financial struggles.”
The Police further revealed that an investigation has commenced on the case.
“The young woman is currently receiving necessary psychological support while investigation is underway to identify and apprehend all individuals involved in her predicament.
“The command also wishes to highlight the importance of mental health awareness and encourages anyone facing similar challenges to seek help promptly.”
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