Here’s what we found out about the early-morning death investigation at Admiral Way Viewpoint

If you are among those wondering about the police, fire, and then Medical Examiner response at Admiral Way Viewpoint just after dawn today – especially unnerving to some in that area after the overnight fires – we finally have a bit of information. SPD Lt. Alan Williams responded to our inquiry, saying a suicide victim was found there, a man believed to be in his 70s.

(As always when mentioning suicide, we want to point out a local resource for those considering self-harm or otherwise in crisis: The Crisis Clinic has a 24-hour hotline, 206-461-3222.)

JanS September 6, 2014 (7:16 pm)

how very sad :(

Alki resident September 6, 2014 (8:24 pm)

Oh my gosh,Im so sorry to hear this. I was surprised about the body being found,but thought maybe it was a trasient.

TanDL September 6, 2014 (8:44 pm)

So heartbreaking…

Guy Olson September 7, 2014 (2:28 am)

Thank you for always sharing the link.

Kathy September 7, 2014 (7:22 am)

Would this have been less tragic if the deceased had been a transient, Alki Resident? I would have thought rather more tragic with possibly no one to mourn or care.

Mike September 7, 2014 (9:33 pm)

Kathy, you really think death is any worse one way or another? Pathetic.

Lizz Badgley September 11, 2014 (2:45 pm)

My father who lives down the street, reported to me that a man who appeared homeless knocked on his door at 9am. My dad said the person looked mentally sick. Now I’m wondering if there is a correlation.

Holli September 12, 2014 (9:47 am)

@Lizz the man who was found was not homeless. He was a friend of mine.
He was a father, grandpa and well loved by many. He was well loved and known as an honest friend who lived a good life, a life on his terms. While I do not agree with his choice, I still respect and love him. I do not have the permission to share more, but wanted to stop the speculation of such a man I called my friend.

Also, per the homeless dialog here: two good points: 1. homelessness and 2. suicide. Let’s remember that we all need more kindness.

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