COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Columbus Police SWAT team responded to the scene of a barricade situation connected to a report of a shooting in southwest Columbus.
Police said the shooting was reported around 12:30 p.m. in the 1400 block of Pine Wild Drive on Friday.
Police said shots were fired inside of the residence and said the man was trying to harm himself.
The man was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
Neighbors were sheltered in place during the incident, police said.
Warning signs of suicide
Health officials recommend that everyone familiarize themselves with the warning signs of suicide, which may include:
- A person thinking about or threatening suicide or seeking a way to kill themselves
- Increased substance abuse
- Feelings of purposelessness, anxiety, being trapped, or hopeless
- Social isolation and withdrawing from people and activities
- Expressing unusual anger, recklessness, or mood changes
How to get help for yourself or a loved one
If you are having thoughts of harming yourself or thinking about suicide, talk to someone who can help, such as a trusted loved one, your doctor, your licensed mental health professional if you already have one, or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
If you are concerned a loved one is at risk of suicide, talk to them about it. Experts say you shouldn't be afraid to raise the issue.
For immediate help if you are in a crisis, call the toll-free National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), which is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All calls are confidential. You can also get information
Local services
- Franklin County Suicide Prevention Hotline – (614) 221-5445 – 24/7
- Suicide Text Line (614) 221-5445 – Monday to Friday, 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Teen Hotline (614) 294-3300 – 24/7
- Senior Hotline (614) 294-3309 – 24/7
- Suicide Prevention Services – (614) 299-6600 ext. 2073
- North Central Mental Health Services – (614) 299-6600
