How do I help a law enforcement officer who has posted suicidal content?
If someone you know is in immediate physical danger, contact 911 or a suicide hotline immediately. Please explain to law enforcement that this is a member of their community so they can provide custom support.
We also ask that you report the content to us so we can reach out to this person with information that may be helpful to them:
Instagram app and Instagram Lite app for Android:- Tap
in the top right of the post.
- Tap Report, then tap Suicide or self-injury.
- Tap Submit report.
Instagram app for iPhone:- Tap
in the top right of the post.
- Tap Report, then tap Suicide or self-injury.
- Tap Submit report.
Instagram.com from a mobile browser- Tap
- Tap Report, then tap Suicide or self-injury.
- Tap Submit report.
Instagram.com from a computer- Click
- Click Report, then click Suicide or self-injury.
- Click Submit report.
You can also share resources:
- Trained helpers at the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline are online right now. All conversations are confidential and free. Call them at 1-800-273-8255 or start a chat.
- SafeCallNow.org is an excellent resource for public safety employees to speak confidentially with other public safety professionals.
- Download our Law Enforcement Suicide Prevention Guide.
Learn about other resources and tips for providing support.
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