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Police: Suicide Attempt Ends New Port Richey Standoff

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Published: December 28, 2007

Updated: 12/28/2007 10:33 am

A standoff between New Port Richey police and a suicidal man ended early this morning when the unidentified man shot himself, according to authorities.

The standoff began in a parking lot at Community Hospital on Thursday night and ended early Friday morning. The man was transported by helicopter to a different hospital and was listed in critical condition.

The only available information about him is that he is 54 and a Pasco County resident.

During the standoff, the hospital was on lockdown and employees and patients were not allowed to leave. That lockdown has been lifted. No other injuries were reported.

Stay with TBO.com for developments.

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