Theres NO reason to be a coward & end it. Rangers trade Kravtsov, waive Leschyshyn, Giants, Jets fans among most passionate in NFL: report, PIX11 talks with Adam Korsak ahead of NFL Combine, Moose on the Loose: New York basketball is fun again. Ignorant selfish act, saw this on the news last night looked horrible and the people that got hit by her flying body must be traumatised. To his horror, later that evening Zdenka walked through the door, doused in diesel fuel. She was caring and a good mother. 2-8-16 Higashi-Kanda She had to have felt some pain there. Mr Wade said: 'The next thing she appears to do, she does when no member of the public is in her immediate vicinity. I think most people sadly have had some kind of contact with mental illness and/or suicide by the time they reach "our age". Police say although there were no eyewitnesses to the incident, the events were captured by a station security camera. She was a resident of Paharganj area of Delhi. Put up the fences and legalize suicide so people will go for a needle rather than a train. Having been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, the court heard how Zdenka was not 'terribly keen' on taking her medication and following her discharge from mental health services in March 2017, she kept her husband in the dark and stopped taking it, despite advice. Expect delays on 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 trains. Again, it's sad she did it, but you DO know that when a person kills themselves on the rails the family may have to pay the expenses for clean up and delays, etc., right? Mr Hector Bradley . In a startling incident at the Dadar station Maharashtra's Mumbai, a woman jumped before a train. She had to have felt some pain there. JapanToday A Gannett Company. They charge millions of yen for stoppages, extra work, etc I did not say her actions are good and i do sympathise with others effected by her actions.If anyone critcises are suggest she should have done something else, stop now. It seems some people don't understand the meaning of the word 'selfish': lacking consideration for others. A man has been charged after he allegedly jumped onto train tracks near one of Sydney's busiest stations, bringing traffic to a standstill and causing chaos for commuters. A mother who was behind on her rent and bills cradled her three-year-old daughter in her arms and jumped" on to train tracks, where they were both killed, an inquest has heard. @BurakuminDes - I take your point, and I think anyone rational would agree with you, but I also think when you get to the point that you are thinking about diving in front of a train you are probably beyond rational thinking. OZONE PARK, Queens A woman was killed after she jumped in front of a train Friday morning, policesaid. If you think you're experiencing a human rights issue, talk to us in your language. Have some compassion for the victims here. She later made a number of phone calls, including one to her prospective employer and another fairly lengthy call with her landlord, Hightown Housing Association. With a train you just stand on the platform and make that sudden, crucial decision to step or jump forward without anyone having the chance to stop you (unless you WANT to be stopped). I saw this on the news this morning, and it was truly horrible. Of course, when you have spiralled into the pit of depression and all capability for rational thought has gone, it is not possible to see it that way. One last thing: I don't think it's entirely wrong to criticize this woman's act to an extent. While this might sound callous, the Narita Express (airport-bound ones anyway) is the worst train to jump in front of as far as ruining other people's days- I wonder how many people missed their flights because of this? And if you want to do something to help someone before they get in this desperate position, a little bit of kindness and understanding really helps. Then again, she may not have been depressed at all. Leighane Melsadie Redmond, 27, had been taken to court over unpaid bills before jumping onto the tracks at Taplow station in Buckinghamshire on February 18, 2019. |. 'It was completely out of the blue, it scared me. HP10 9TY. For confidential support call the Samaritans in the UK on 08457 90 90 90, visit a local Samaritans branch or click here for details. Sweater dresses are perfect for cooler weather, because theyre made of thicker fabric that can keep you warm even when the temperatures drop. ), I am even more horrified. You know, the earthquakes, the rolling blackouts, the heat, etc. If you want to feel preachy you can even require psychological counseling but give them some out of the way place to do it. I don't care what people say about Trains its a very painfull way especially if you survive. These adverts enable local businesses to get in front of their target audience the local community. The week a train derailment poisoned an entire town in Ohio, the transportation secretary, the man in charge of preventing train derailments, held a press conference attacking White construction . No, it doesn't happen everyday at all. I agree with Papigiulio there must be more gentle ways to do this. A Long Island Railroad train bound for Rockaway Beach was gliding into the East New York Station at Atlantic Avenue and Manhattan Crossing about 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon when the. The inquest was set to continue for five days. I know they are not in their normal state of mind, but still, if one wants to end his/her life it's better to do it quietly and away from people's eyes. Her life ,her decision, her responsibilityshe is (or was) an adult with full responsibility and legal rights for goodness sake! I am even more glad like i choose to work from home, never socialse anymore and just be with those who matter. Ms Redmond was seen wrapped in a poncho, walking hand in hand with Melsadie, who was dressed in a little furry parker jacket and wearing a winter hat and gloves. A woman along with her four-year-old daughter allegedly jumped in front of a goods train following a dispute in the family near Meva Nawada railway station of Sahaspur, police said on Saturday. Woman killed by oncoming train in Bensonhurst: NYPD. An unidentified woman was injured when she jumped in front of a southbound No. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. It's quite possible there were no witnesses as this is a looong platform (it's my home station) and probably there weren't so many people waiting on it at 10am. Perhaps not by those who say, "well just make it legal". I would liek to see an awareness programme for people to understand mental illnes, depression and suicide better. steve: "Here is a bit of advice to those who seem to think this woman was selfish or a bad person. If you have lived throug or witnessed a love one living through the hell of severe mental illness you would know why i say these things. There are times when the person is such a low point that death seems the only option. It's a cultural flaw. Northbound 5 trains are running local from Third Avenue-149th Street to 180th Street. I wonder what happened ? Cleo-summed it up best. Having said that I still agree that public suicide is not and should not be acceptable. Very well said, I totally agree with you on this. Four shoppers sustained minor injuries in the incident. We can expect more people to commit suicide if they feel they can't survive in this country. things will always get better especially if you change the way you live. "It's a shame that because of her actions others were hurt, and with the Japanese being as they are, I doubt as well that others were traumatized by this woman's actions as well.". Personal Assistant for Older New Yorkers in Manhattan, Holy Uproar After Adams Decries Separation Of Church And State, 'People Will Die': FDNY Fire Chiefs Argue Demotions Endanger Public, Winter Storm Dumps Nearly 6 Inches Of Snow Over Parts Of NYC. Maybe we should ask ourselves how could we do that instead of pointing the finger? Bereaving families are not only stuck with a funeral, but a huge bill for the suicide. There are few posters on here who don't say it's a shame she did what she did, and that it's horrible she reached such a point where she felt this was the only option. By I think it is wrong and low class to criticise someone who found that this was the best thing for them. This was perhaps because, in the back of my mind, I always knew help and support were available. Beaming Princess of Wales watches a young boy backflip during St David's Day Mike Tindall's latest money-making scheme! Auto Loans by Suruga Bank do not require permanent residency to apply. Or do you think it's more 'compassionate' to just tut-tut and let the suicidal get on with it? Zdenka kept her third pregnancy a secret from her husband for five months, the coroner heard. Japan In the incident caught on CCTV, a policeman jumps after the woman to rescue her. A tragedy and a waste of a life. I applaud the sheer ingenuity of this theory! Of course it is sad that she took her life in this manner but people are not rational whne they do this. I hope to hear from you. Kiosk and bystanders apparently unhurt. - Just nuts man!!! But she couldn't be part of that society, could she? Her mom went crazy, started shoutingfortunately she stopped her, grabbed her hand and took her away. Sorry to sound flippant, but every life lost is (often) another 3,4,5 scarred. The posts that are concerned about the effect on others (the people who were injured, the people who had to witness what happened, the families that have to cope with the aftermath, etc - No, I don't think expressing concern for those people is selfish. Awareness of the effects of one's actions on others yet choosing in one's own favor is a requisite of selfishness, and this woman, in all likelyhood, wasn't. The act of suicide is not usually selfish becaus ethe victims mindset is beyond that. isnt there a more peaceful way and less scary way to commit suicide? The eight-months pregnant woman bought herself a ticket before running across the platform and jumping in front of a non-stop intercity train which sped through the station at 115mph - instantly killing her. If it happened to your loved one would you like them to be called "selfish" and other nasty words? A mix of what's trending on our other sites, Japan reports 13,950 new coronavirus cases, 1st foreign cruise ship in 3 years arrives in Japan, Japan births hit all-time low in 2022; below 800,000 for 1st time, 'Paper City': The untold story of the firebombing of Tokyo in World War II, Putin orders Ukraine border tightening as drones hit Russia, Japanese Americans who won redress, now fight for Black reparations, Musk accuses media of racism after newspapers drop 'Dilbert' cartoon. The identity of the woman is unknown at this time. . My life is more complicated>. The loco pilot managed to stop the train and both of them escaped with injuries. By The identity of the woman is unknown at this time. It is true that mental illness is still taboo in Japan and that is a lot of the problem. Samaritans | Every life lost to suicide is a tragedy | Here to listen. Shortly afterwards, the mother and daughter were seen to enter Taplow station from Approach Road, where they remained at the station for around 20 minutes. Shortly afterwards, Ms Redmond and Melsadie were seen to enter Taplow stationand the pair remained at the station for around 20 minutes. It might not get better. I had a good friend kill themselves when I was young and a family member threaten to me to do so (while in the hospital, dying). When the person awakes and lives witha feeling of nothingness and utter despair do you think they can have consideration for otehrs even you with your busy schedule. sadly it does. Cleo -- how dare you choose to lecture someone who is contemplating suicide? Of course she didn't. If you must kill yourself, put your affairs in order first and choose a method that doesn't leave a gory mess. It is terribly sad that the woman felt she had to end her life, and needless to say a horrible experience for the four people hit by her body. Describing the footage, Mr Wade said: 'She takes Melsadies hand and walks relatively slowly. I mean why would you say that about a dead person unless you were either completely without an ounce of compassion in your heart, socially maladriot, or you knew and hated the person. No. why? People who commit suicide are selfish and in this case she even hurt innocent bystanders. Wow! Steve: you make some excellent points about the ones left behind. 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No counseling available in this country? If anything, Government action should be to reach out to the weak to remind them they are loved. 'She in fact picks Melsadie up and literally hoists her over that locked gate and places her on the platform. more than 34000 people kill themself in Japan every year, that is horrible! I think I'd be sick to my stomach if I witnessed that. I agree with steve@CPFC, there is no point trying to criticize this person. Smorkian; FOR GODS SAKE!!! I'm glad to see some compassion being expressed; who knows what unspoken burdens people carry around. I bow to those with deep enough compassion. Firefighters responded to the station around 5:45 p.m., and EMS pronounced the woman dead on the scene, officials told Patch. Female carer who bit off part of a pub landlady's ear during vicious bar brawl is jailed for 14 months. Take the quiz: How well do you know LIV Golf? why do people consistently suicide by jumping in front of a train? If people wish to suicide, whatever, just dont take down others with you. Add Your Voice to CantaNYC, a Community Chorus! Had police been observing her, they would have approached her because of her behaviour., The coroner said: At this stage, Melsadie is becoming rather frustrated and upset with her. The most difficult thing is watching your loved one getting worse and worse and being so helpless to do anything about it. The 27-year-old was seen with her daughter Melsadie Adella-Rae Parris at Taplow station in Buckinghamshire on February 18, 2019 for one hour and 12 minutes before their deaths. It was an awful experience. When you are in a state of mind that jumping in front of a train is the best solution to your problems, you are in a very dark place indeed, and rational thought would be a struggle I'm guessing. In this case I'd bet she didnt want anything more than what she got. Another sad and quiet tragedy unfolds. I understand it completely. Steve@CPFC - 100% agree with all of your posts on this thread. Detective Sergeant Simon Rees told the inquest that a financial investigator had examined Ms Redmonds circumstances prior to her death. 1) Trains are of course very common, and very frequent, and in the case of express trains very fast. I also very much doubt that she was in any kind of logical state of mind when she did this. The woman, believed to be in her 20s, was seen lunging into the path of an oncoming No. Obviously you've never dealt with that and I sincerely hope you will never have to, but you gotta try to imagine that there are worlds out there different from yours. Just two days after her eldest son's 10th birthday, the mother-of-two kissed her children goodbye as they went to school and she walked to Slough railway station, the coroner heard on Thursday. - 140 15 . Thank You. Peopel, pleased educate yourselves on mental illness and what makes a person suicidal and how they are thinking. You apparently simply cannot empathize with someone who has stopped thinking rationally. Southbound 2 and 3 trains are running local from 96th Street to Times Square-42nd Street. theres Thousands of Japanese who "dont fit into society" & they are fine with it & Don't care. Should donate blood on a regular basis and visit third world poor countries to put life in perspective. I know about this and how the mind will not allow rational thought, how all help means nothing and life is pointless. This article tells us where she died but not where she was from. Compassion is free. UPPER WEST SIDE, NY A woman died after jumping in front of a train at the West 72nd Street and Broadway subway station Thursday night, an NYPD spokeswoman told Patch. Spend some time reading up about mental illness and especially depression.". Ppl who experienced this will be traumatised. the fact is we have to understand that people who kill themselves are in no state to start considering others, they don't even want to live. Her family may be pressured by the train company to pay a "fine" but they have no obligation to pay and any company should be condemned by the public for badgering a grieving family. It seems like it is getting worse. Young mother, 27, who was behind on her rent and bills as she struggled with cost of living took her three-year-old daughter by the hand and walked in front of a train, inquest hears There is SOME counselling, but it's still woefully inadequate and carries a certain stigma with it. I very much doubt that she took her own life so that people would miss their flights from Narita. Based on the collateral damage you think was somehow purposely premeditated? The unidentified woman was observed leaping in front of a. She would have known this if she had been thinking about it previous to the act, but did it anyway. I doubt she thought that she would harm anybody else in the process, and it's wrong to assume she wanted to. , updated They see, but many if not most times do not register what occurred, they let things go much faster and do not let it get to them. It's very sad. If you must kill yourself, put your affairs in order first and choose a method that doesn't leave a gory mess. The coroner said Ms Redmond was mainly carrying Melsadie during the time she was at the station, but was also seen walking hand in hand with her at various stages. Perhaps you propose a fine be imposed? to seek help? What annoys me that this government ignores this problem like so many others, bullying, shody reactors and so on. It is six minutes after she places herself onto that platform that she places herself in the path of the train.'. July 13, 2011 05:00 pm JST. We also have to consider the underlying cultural mindset. Meaning that I don't believe that Japanese people, generally speaking here, take things like this in the same manner as many if not most westerners do. A woman died after jumping in front of a Brooklyn-bound L train Friday night. We talked to BestReviews nutrition expert, Molly Bremer, about her favorite whole grains and how to use them. She was behind on her rent, etcetera. 2) The person could commit the act suddenly and without others knowing what is about to happen. A heavily pregnant mother-of-two jumped in front of a high speed train after discovering her unborn baby girl could have a facial deformity, a coroner heard. over 100 people off themselves everyday, many use trains. & yes some people can't help being poor, but Geez being poor is better than being Dead its a NO Brainer. Mumbai: Woman commits suicide by jumping in front of a train. Police are currently trying to identify the deceased. Suicide is complex, but without a doubt, there needs to be FAR more done here for mental illness. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. Thank You. "Why couldnt I help?" I find it hard to believe no one witnessed it, as even the train conductor or people looking out from the front of the train would have seen the impact. . I was trying to get rid of her sadness.'. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can What a waste! is rational - at least for now! If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to Don't you think that's part of the problem here guys? Princess Diana's nieces Lady Eliza and Amelia share 'Appalled and sickened but not surprised at all': Fury of Covid families as WhatsApps 'show Matt Hancock Head over heels for Kate! Too bad about the woman who died, but I'm glad for the four who apparently weren't badly hurt. 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