According to data from the National Police, in October 50 cases of suicide were registered, which means an average of 1.6 per day. In November, 62 cases were registered, which is equivalent to 2 cases per day. In December there were 51 suicides, which is equivalent to 2.3 cases per day. On December 9, it was the day where the most suicides were registered with 6 cases in a single day.
Carlos Benítez, general director of prevention of the National Police, affirms that the population that reports the most suicides are those between 18 and 29 years of age.
«We see that one of the common factors is hanging. Most have used this method. The rest with some kind of poison or firearm,” he said.
“He argued that one of the factors that influence these cases to increase are those who are alone or going through stress. The family environment is recommended to recognize people who are experiencing stress or depression, since they feel isolated, “he commented.
They add 462 suicides in the year.
