Gatlinburg, TN (WOKI) An investigation is underway in Gatlinburg after a man jumps to his death from the Space Needle.
Gatlinburg fire and police departments responded around 4:20 p.m. Wednesday to a report that a person jumped from the iconic tourist destination.
Gatlinburg Police Department officials say its Investigations Division was dispatched after a man’s body was discovered on the sidewalk below the Space Needle. Investigators say
witness statements and video evidence confirmed the man did jump from the observation deck of the structure, resulting in an apparent suicide.
The incident remains under investigation by the Gatlinburg Police Department.
The Gatlinburg Police Department encourages that if you or someone you know is struggling or in a crisis, help is available. Individuals seeking help can dial or text 988 for the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or visit 988lifeline.org. The Gatlinburg Police Department and its staff are also available for those struggling or in a crisis and may be reached at 865-436-5181.
