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Possible Suicide Victim at Point Reyes National Seashore

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Date: May 21, 2021
Contact: Christine Beekman, 415-827-3741

Point Reyes Station, CA- Point Reyes National Seashore was notified of a possible suicide at 11:30 am this morning. A park visitor reported finding a note on a vehicle in the Chimney Rock parking lot.

Park Rangers conducted a hasty search on the ground. The body was located at 2 pm by a U.S. Coast Guard helicopter located in San Francisco.

Marin County Search and Rescue is recovering the body. The name of the victim is being withheld until family is notified.

If you or a loved one has thoughts of suicide, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255). The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Last updated: April 1, 2025

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Mailing Address:

1 Bear Valley Road
Point Reyes Station, CA 94956

Phone:

415-464-5100
This number will initially be answered by an automated attendant, from which one can opt to access a name directory, listen to recorded information about the park (e.g., directions to the park; visitor center hours of operation; fire danger information; wildlife updates; ranger-led programs; seasonal events; etc.), or speak with a ranger. Please note that if you are calling between 4:30 pm and 10 am, park staff may not be available to answer your call.

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