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1:32Now PlayingStrangers band together to support a man in trouble
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1:32Now PlayingWhen a man stood on the edge of a building, regular citizens gathered on the ground to hoist encouraging signs and sing words of support.
The sights and sounds of the holidays were joined by an unusual scene on Park Central Square this week.
Around lunchtime Monday, police were alerted that a man was on top of the three-story building which houses The Coffee Ethic. As many now know, the situation lasted for more than 15 hours before the man was successfully brought down and taken to the hospital.
Throughout the day, Christmas music played as the man walked around and occasionally shouted from the roof. It was an odd juxtaposition, but it served to remind us of a few things.
For one, the holidays can be a difficult time for many. Mental health experts continually remind us that the social interactions and reminders of family that many of us enjoy are conversely stressing to others. If you're feeling suicidal, the suicide hotline is always available at 1-800-273-8255.
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