Content warning: this story contains mentions of suicide.
The Sitka Police are investigating after a person was found dead Thursday morning near a popular trail in Sitka.
Police responded to the call about 8 a.m. on July 11, when a biker reported finding a deceased person on a rock quarry access road near Yaw Drive. The access road runs alongside a heavily-trafficked section of Sitka’s Cross Trail.
In an interview with KCAW, Police Department spokesperson Serena Wild said that the injuries appeared to be self-inflicted. This is the second death by suicide in Sitka in less than three weeks.
No foul play is suspected, and next of kin has been notified.
If you or someone you know may be considering suicide or in a mental health crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. You can also call the Alaska Careline: 1-877-266-HELP (4357) or text TALK to 741741.
