By Irada Yunusova
Former prosecutor and TV commentator Jay Fahy was found dead on Wednesday, July 17th on Route 17 in New Jersey. Two boys found Jay Fahy's body under a railroad trestle at 5 pm lying beside a gun. Authorities say that it is an apparent suicide, his death caused by a single gunshot to the head.
Jay Fahy was well liked and well known. He was a prominent US attorney and had served as Bergen County prosecutor. He was also a commentator on MSNBC, Court TV and CNBC. “He took his responsibilities very seriously and brought a degree of maturity to the job,” said former Governor James Florio. “Sometimes those types of jobs can go to people’s heads and then they lose perspective. Jay was not. He was diligent, but he was rational and he was very, very mature and tough but compassionate.” His death came as a shock to many of his friends and family.
Over 30,000 Americans die each year due to suicide and it is important to look out for signs. 70% of individuals who commit suicide tell someone about their plans or show warning signs. Family and friends are in the best position to notice warning signs. Suicidal individuals may say things such as, "Life isn't worth living," or "I can't deal with everything. Life is too hard." Also, putting affairs in order, selling personal possessions, and obtaining weapons are all significant warning signs. It is important to offer a suicidal troubled individual support and to encourage them to seek professional mental health from a therapist, psychiatrist, or counselor.
Jay Fahy's death is a terrible tragedy and has affected all of those around him. Although the despair that has struck his family cannot be undone, it is important that this hardship allow us to support our own family and friends to prevent further suffering. Our thoughts are with Jay Fahy's family.
References: http://abclocal.go.com/wabc/story?section=news/local/new_jersey&id=9176458
http://www.njtvonline.org/njtoday/video/former-bergen-county-prosecutor-jay-fahy-commits-suicide/
http://psychcentral.com/blog/archives/2007/10/08/common-signs-of-someone-who-may-be-suicidal/
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