Patras man attempts suicide because he contracted COVID-19

Greek ambulance.

A man tried to end his life shortly after 14:00 at the beach of Proastio in Patras because, as he said, he tested positive for COVID-19.

According to Patras Times, the man fell into the sea, wanting to commit suicide while taking sedatives.

He was rescued while still conscious.

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The man allegedly told the rescuers that he tried to end his life because he tested positive for COVID-19.

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