Retired police officer kills self near Whitestone Bridge in Queens
A retired NYPD officer fatally shot himself on a service road to the Whitestone Bridge in Queens on Monday, police sources said.
The ex-officer pulled up to the service road and took his own life about 2 p.m., sources said.
For those contemplating suicide, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is reachable 24/7 at (800) 273-8255. They can also call 311 or 911 for help.
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