Death of kid in BSU compound shrouded in mystery; PNP mum
>> Monday, February 15, 2021
LA TRINIDAD, Benguet – The death of a
“depressed” 13-year-old kid at the back of the Benguet State University
compound here last week is shrouded in mystery.
The kid allegedly hanged himself in their home at Sitio Tabangaoen, according to a television report.
Neighbors however said the kid’s body was found at a secluded bushy area some meters from their house exactly in the place where a gay man was killed last year.
The latter case is still unsolved.
In the case of the kid, neighbors said police were reportedly not informed before the 13-year-old’s body was taken from the area.
The kid’s mother is reportedly working in Hongkong and he was reportedly having problems answering his school modules.
The kid is living with his father.
Police have yet to make a statement on the matter.
Another teen allegedly also committed suicide in this capital town after having struggled with distance learning, depression and feelings of helplessness made worse by movement restrictions.
Following this, Mayor Romeo Salda urged town folks to be a "supportive community" for youth who may be having a hard time coping with the Covid-19 pandemic.
"I understand the suffering you may be experiencing," Salda said in a message to the youth of the town. "But in experiencing these, remember that you are not alone."
He added that "the brighter side to being human is the capability of being and doing much, much more" as he urged teens not to lose hope.
"Believe that a day of profound love, laughter and a diploma will soon come, since it always surely does," the town mayor said.
He urged parents to always communicate with their children and should always find time with their children.
He said parents should “to reach out and know the warning signs and once spotted, they should swiftly act.”
La Trinidad has set up hotlines 09178592657 and 09103436595 should anyone need help.
The Dept. of Health said the pandemic can affect mental health saying those who feel sad or worried during the coronavirus pandemic are not alone.
DOH suggested going on "brain breaks" like getting in touch with family or friends through text messaging, phone calls, or online chat. It says it is important to stay connected with others despite the restrictions on movement due to the pandemic.
"You can talk to them about what you are experiencing," the DOH said.
It also suggested exercise and doing things that make
people happy or make them relax.
The DOH urges people seeking professional support to get in touch with the National Center for Mental Health hotlines at 0917-899-USAP (8727) or 899-USAP (8727); or its Mind Matters hotline at 09189424864.
The kid allegedly hanged himself in their home at Sitio Tabangaoen, according to a television report.
Neighbors however said the kid’s body was found at a secluded bushy area some meters from their house exactly in the place where a gay man was killed last year.
The latter case is still unsolved.
In the case of the kid, neighbors said police were reportedly not informed before the 13-year-old’s body was taken from the area.
The kid’s mother is reportedly working in Hongkong and he was reportedly having problems answering his school modules.
The kid is living with his father.
Police have yet to make a statement on the matter.
Another teen allegedly also committed suicide in this capital town after having struggled with distance learning, depression and feelings of helplessness made worse by movement restrictions.
Following this, Mayor Romeo Salda urged town folks to be a "supportive community" for youth who may be having a hard time coping with the Covid-19 pandemic.
"I understand the suffering you may be experiencing," Salda said in a message to the youth of the town. "But in experiencing these, remember that you are not alone."
He added that "the brighter side to being human is the capability of being and doing much, much more" as he urged teens not to lose hope.
"Believe that a day of profound love, laughter and a diploma will soon come, since it always surely does," the town mayor said.
He urged parents to always communicate with their children and should always find time with their children.
He said parents should “to reach out and know the warning signs and once spotted, they should swiftly act.”
La Trinidad has set up hotlines 09178592657 and 09103436595 should anyone need help.
The Dept. of Health said the pandemic can affect mental health saying those who feel sad or worried during the coronavirus pandemic are not alone.
DOH suggested going on "brain breaks" like getting in touch with family or friends through text messaging, phone calls, or online chat. It says it is important to stay connected with others despite the restrictions on movement due to the pandemic.
"You can talk to them about what you are experiencing," the DOH said.
It also suggested exercise and doing things that make
people happy or make them relax.
The DOH urges people seeking professional support to get in touch with the National Center for Mental Health hotlines at 0917-899-USAP (8727) or 899-USAP (8727); or its Mind Matters hotline at 09189424864.
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