A woman has died after falling from a city centre car park.
Police confirmed they were called to concerns for a safety of a woman at a multi-storey car park, on Mount Vernon Street, near to the Royal Liverpool University Hospital. Emergency services arrived at the scene at around 5pm on Thursday, January 11 and put a cordon in place.
Officers have confirmed that shortly after their arrival the woman fell from the building. The 29-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene.
Detectives told the ECHO her death is currently being treated as unexplained but is not believed to be suspicious. Next of kin have been informed, but formal identification has not taken place. A post-mortem will be conducted to establish the cause of death.
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A spokesperson for the force confirmed that the junction at Prescot Street and Low Hill was closed while emergency services deal with the incident and motorists were advised to avoid the area. They said: "We can confirm that emergency services are at a multi-storey car park in Liverpool city centre this evening (Thursday 11 January) following the death of a woman.
"The emergency services (Merseyside Police, Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service and North West Ambulance Service) were called to a concern for safety of a woman at the car park on Mount Vernon Street, near to the Royal Liverpool University Hospital, at about 5pm.
"Shortly after their arrival she fell from the building. Sadly, the 29-year-old woman was pronounced deceased at the scene. Her death is currently being treated as unexplained but is not believed to be suspicious."
Helplines and support groups
The following are helplines and support networks for people to talk to, mostly listed on the NHS Choices website
- Samaritans (116 123) operates a 24-hour service available every day of the year. If you prefer to write down how you're feeling, or if you're worried about being overheard on the phone, you can email Samaritans at jo@samaritans.org.
- CALM Campaign Against Living Miserably (0800 58 58 58) is a leading movement against suicide. It runs a UK helpline and webchat from 5pm to midnight 365 days a year for anyone who has hit a wall for any reason, who need to talk or find information and support.
- PANDAS (0808 1961 776) runs a free helpline and offers a support service for people who may be suffering with perinatal mental illness, including prenatal (antenatal) and postnatal depression plus support for their family or network.
- Childline (0800 1111) runs a helpline for children and young people in the UK. Calls are free and the number won't show up on your phone bill.
- PAPYRUS (0800 068 41 41) is an organisation supporting teenagers and young adults who are feeling suicidal.
- Mind (0300 123 3393) is a charity providing advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. They campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding.
- Students Against Depression is a website for students who are depressed, have a low mood or are having suicidal thoughts.
- Bullying UK is a website for both children and adults affected by bullying.
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Amparo provides emotional and practical support for anyone who has been affected by a suicide. This includes dealing with police and coroners; helping with media enquiries; preparing for and attending an inquest and helping to access other, appropriate, local support services. Call 0330 088 9255 or visit www.amparo.org.uk for more details.
- Hub of Hope is the UK’s most comprehensive national mental health support database. Download the free app, visit hubofhope.co.uk or text HOPE to 85258 to find relevant services near you.
- Young Persons Advisory Service – Providing mental health and emotional wellbeing services for Liverpool’s children, young people and families. tel: 0151 707 1025 email: support@ypas.org.uk
- Paul's Place – providing free counselling and group sessions to anyone living in Merseyside who has lost a family member or friend to suicide. Tel: 0151 226 0696 or email: paulsplace@beaconcounsellingtrust.co.uk
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The Martin Gallier Project – offering face to face support for individuals considering suicide and their families. Opening hours 9.30-16.30, 7 days a week. Tel: 0151 644 0294 email: triage@gallierhouse.co.uk
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James' Place – supports men over 18 who are experiencing a suicidal crisis by providing quick access to therapy and support. Call 0151 303 5757 from Monday to Friday between 9.30am and 5.30pm or visit https://www.jamesplace.org.uk/
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