Clark County, WA – Deputies in Clark County are being recognized for their life-saving actions after responding to a recent mental health crisis on a local overpass. The Sheriff’s Office shared details this week to highlight the importance of compassion and crisis intervention, especially during the stressful holiday season.
According to the Clark County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called earlier this month to assist a man who was contemplating jumping from an overpass about 30 feet above a busy 50-mph roadway. Among the responders was Deputy Nohrenberg, a member of the Regional Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT).
For more than 20 minutes, the deputy spoke calmly with the man, building trust until he agreed to climb down safely. The man was then taken to a local hospital for a mental health evaluation. Officials credited patience, training, and empathy for the peaceful outcome.
The CNT is a specialized unit that handles high-risk incidents such as suicidal subjects, barricaded individuals, and hostage situations. Each team member receives at least 80 hours of initial training and more than 120 hours of continuing education each year to ensure safe resolutions to critical calls.
As the holiday season approaches—a time when emotional struggles often intensify—authorities remind residents that help is available 24/7. Anyone in crisis can call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for immediate support.
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