How mental health impacts first responders

Community Mourns Loss of OSHP Trooper

Authorities are investigating the death of an off-duty Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper who was found unresponsive at a McComb residence Wednesday evening. According to the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called at approximately 6:27 p.m. on December 31 to a home in the 8000 block of County Road 53 following a report of an unconscious male. Fire and medical personnel also responded. The individual was identified as the homeowner,…

How mental health impacts first responders

The recent death by suicide of an off-duty Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper is sparking continued conversation about first responders and their mental health.

Ohio State Highway Patrol Mourns Loss Of Trooper

OSHP Sergeant Matthew Cook McComb, Ohio — The Ohio State Highway Patrol is mourning the loss of Sergeant Matthew Cook, with the Defiance Post, passed away while off-duty. “Information collected throughout the preliminary investigation indicates the cause of death to be self-induced.” Ohio State Highway Patrol · Statement It is with great sorrow that the Ohio State Highway Patrol recognizes the off-duty death of Sergeant Matthew Cook of the Defia…