However, prior to her being returned that morning, the man attempted to kill himself and his wife in the car. Over the coming days, the man continued to visit his wife who was now back at the facility, and his attitude toward her situation worsened. After being spotted, the man cleared his car and drove off, but not before the motorist had called police and attempted to follow him. The man later told police that his wife had agreed to a suicide pact and that she was keen to end her life. Where to get help:• Lifeline: 0800 543 354 (available 24/7)• Suicide Crisis Helpline: 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO) (available 24/7)• Youth services: (06) 3555 906• Youthline: 0800 376 633• Kidsline: 0800 543 754 (available 24/7)• Whatsup: 0800 942 8787 (1pm to 11pm)• Depression helpline: 0800 111 757 (available 24/7)• Rainbow Youth: (09) 376 4155• Helpline: 1737If it is an emergency and you feel like you or someone else is at risk, call 111.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 17, 2021 21:00 UTC