Man with mental illness declines food, expresses suicidal thoughts, Memphis TN


Police checked welfare of a man with mental illness who said he had suicidal thoughts and had not eaten for two weeks.
Audio|Source: Memphis Police and Shelby County Sheriff
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Transcript:
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Section 424 and 496, it's going to be near University St.
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We got a cross from a social worker.
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One officer is to check on the welfare of the man diagnosed with anxiety, schizophrenia, major depression, and substance abuse.
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He stated he didn't want to live anymore and has not eaten in two weeks.
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I did see if the care team was available for, but they advised they were not.
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Near University St.
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Near University St, Memphis, TN 38107
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