In the early hours of Sunday, a 25‑year‑old man in an emotional crisis approached local police in Warsaw’s city center, where they intervened and transported him to the hospital.
Nighttime Encounter
At 1:50 a.m. on 15/16 November, an intoxicated 25‑year‑old man approached police enforcing the nighttime alcohol‑sales ban in Śródmieście. He told officers he was tired of life and asked for help.
Police Response
The Special Unit officers explained that they are trained to help people, but some situations cannot be anticipated and must rely on instinct.
Empathetic Conversation
The officers asked the man to sit with them in the ambulance, and, with his consent, carried out a full empathetic conversation. He admitted he had wanted to end his life moments earlier but felt compelled to approach them.
Emergency Transport
Within less than twenty minutes, the now calmer man was en route to the hospital under the care of qualified medical rescuers, notified by the police.
Call for Support Resources
Police remind that if anyone faces difficulties or thoughts of self‑harm, they are not alone and should seek help. Free, 24‑hour support lines are 800 70 2222 for adults and 116 111 for children and youth. A full list of support locations is available at pokonackryzys.pl.
