SPD Officer helps pull person in crisis back onto Broadway apartment building rooftop

A Seattle police officer successfully rescued a suicidal individual from a rooftop on Broadway Wednesday evening, demonstrating quick thinking and decisive action. The officer was stopped at a traffic light near Broadway and Jefferson when she heard a woman yelling for help and observed the person hanging from the ledge. After quickly reporting the situation, she accessed the building and assisted in bringing the individual back to safety. The officer detained the individual until additional officers arrived to help manage the crisis. Emergency medical services transported the person to the hospital for care, with no significant injuries reported.

This incident highlights the critical role law enforcement can play in mental health emergencies. The Seattle Police Department encourages community members to seek help if they or someone they know is struggling. Resources such as the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline are available by calling or texting 988.