SOUTH AFRICA – NOVEMBER, 2025 Group of armed robbers attempted to raid an armored truck transporting money from a bank. The robbery attempt was interrupted by a swift police response, which led to a shootout.
One of the robbers was hit in the leg, which paralyzed him. Once the police gained control of the scene, his accomplices fled and left him behind. Trapped and injured, he chose to turn his weapon on himself rather than surrender to the police. He committed suicide by shooting himself in the head.
If you’re thinking about suicide, please stop and recognize that your pain is not permanent, but this step would be. It may feel like there’s no other way, but there is hope, even if it’s hard to see right now. Your feelings are temporary, and with help, they can pass.
Talking about what you're going through might feel difficult, but it’s the first step toward healing. Don’t turn away from the people who want to support you. Life can offer more than what you're feeling right now, and the pain doesn't have to last forever. You deserve help, and it’s available.
If you need immediate help, please contact a helpline.
