A Nigerian man, identified as Okwudili David Onyiba 28, who attempted to commit suicide by climbing a power transmission high-tension pole situated behind Grace of God Mission, off NEPA Road, Awada was on Tuesday rescued by operatives of the Anambra State Police.
TheNewsGuru.com(TNG) reports that the operatives quickly mobilized to the scene, cordoned off the area to ensure safety, and managed the large crowd that had gathered.
After several minutes of persuasion from the police and some concerned members of the public, the man eventually climbed down safely.
He was immediately taken into protective custody at the station. Confirming the incident to reporters, the spokesperson for the command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, stated that the state Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has directed that the individual undergo proper medical and mental health evaluations.
He further assured that the Command will provide the necessary support to ensure the individual’s well-being.