Suicide Intervention And Prevention Services Available In Tulsa

Tulsa Police officer Demita Kinard was on News On 6 Tuesday to talk about suicide intervention and prevention. 

Kinard says Tulsa has seen 90 suicides this year, which is nearly double the number of homicides so far in 2014. 

She said there are number of agencies and organizations that can help those thinking about suicide.

National Alliance On Mental Illness - Tulsa

Mental Health Association Oklahoma

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Family and Children Services

Officer Kinard say there also phone numbers one can call.  The National Suicide Prevention Line at 800-273-TALK (8255) or COPES at 918-744-4800.