Man with Self-Inflicted Wounds Found Following Welfare Check

A welfare check in Sierra Vista on Thursday evening resulted in quick medical care for a man with a serious self-inflicted injury, according to a press release from the Sierra Vista Police Department.

Officers responded to a call around 7:40 p.m. on October 8. Someone had noticed a person walking in the road on East Fry Boulevard and thought something was wrong.

When officers spoke with the man, they found he had a serious chest injury that could be life-threatening. Police said he was taken to a local hospital and then flown to a trauma center in Tucson for more care.

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Traffic Diverted During Investigation

The Sierra Vista Police Department temporarily redirected traffic on East Fry Boulevard so investigators could collect and protect any possible evidence at the scene.

While the road was closed, patrol officers and detectives examined the scene. They reopened the area once their investigation was finished.

No Threat to the Public

After looking into the incident, Sierra Vista police found that the man’s injuries were self-inflicted and no one else was involved.

SVPD says this was an isolated incident and there is no ongoing danger to the community. The department also said it will not share the man’s identity.

The investigation is now closed unless new information comes up. If you have questions, you can contact the Sierra Vista Police Department at (520) 452-7500.

If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of self-harm or suicide, help is available by calling or texting 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, anytime.

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