Veteran commits suicide at VA Medical Center in Phoenix

PHOENIX — A veteran took his own life on the property of the Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center in Phoenix, the VA said in a statement Friday.

“To protect the veteran’s privacy, we are not able to share any additional details,” a statement said.

The Phoenix Police Department was conducting an investigation into the matter.

The Department of Veterans Affairs statement urged Veterans experiencing a crisis to contact the Veterans Crisis Line at 800-273-8255 and press “1.” It’s a 24/7 line.

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