Nobody was injured after Fond du Lac police responded over the weekend to a report of an armed man who wanted to die by suicide. Shortly after 3pm Saturday police responded to the 100 block of Southlake Lane with an armored rescue vehicle and set up a perimeter. A woman was able to safely exit the home. The 72 year old man exited the home unarmed and was taken into protective custody. He was placed on emergency detention and will not face criminal charges. FDLPD says it wants to remind residents that help is available and we ask anyone who knows of someone struggling and possibly may be in crisis to reach out so that we can connect that person to the resources they need. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, there are many services and support available to you whether you need someone to talk to, you need someone to respond, or you need a place to go. If you are in imminent danger or experiencing a medical emergency call 9-1-1. If you are having thoughts of suicide or hurting yourself, call the Fond du Lac County Crisis Line at 920-929-3535 or 9-8-8 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. The Fond du Lac County Crisis Line and 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provide free and confidential support for anyone experiencing a suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis. To reach out to the FDLPD Co-Response Team call the Fond du Lac County Communications Center non-emergency line at 920-906-5555.
