A woman in severe mental health crisis is safe after police and EMS intervened during a series of alarming calls that culminated in her attempt to leap from a moving ambulance.
The ordeal began when officers were called to a local crisis center after staff reported the woman had cut herself and fled the building. Minutes later, the Scioto County Sheriff’s Office received a second call about a woman matching the same description who was reportedly trying to kill herself.
Police quickly located her and called for an ambulance to transport her to the hospital. But as medics rushed her toward care, the woman attempted to jump from the vehicle while it was still in motion. Officers were called back, completed “pink slip” paperwork for an involuntary psychiatric hold, and escorted the ambulance until she was admitted safely to the hospital.
Praise for Quick Action
Officials commended the coordinated response, noting that situations like this require calm, compassion, and persistence. By working together, crisis staff, deputies, police, and EMS were able to protect the woman from serious injury and ensure she received treatment.
First responders also reminded the public that when it comes to mental health emergencies, swift calls to 911 can be the difference between life and death.
