RUSSIA Sergei Kosolapov arranged to meet his girlfriend Elena Maslakova in a wooded area to discuss the details of their crumbling relationship. While Sergei pleaded for the relationship to continue, Elena was adamant about breaking up. This resulted in a heated argument that attracted the attention of passers-by who called the police to the scene.
The police wanted to de-escalate the conflict, so they decided it would be wise to take the girl away from the scene. What happened next, however, was unexpected. Sergei was carrying a gun and a bomb. He ran, shot himself in the head and fell on the bomb, which subsequently exploded.
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.
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