A 35-YEAR-OLD woman is now safe after she reportedly tried to take her own life at the baywalk in South Road Properties (SRP), Cebu City on Wednesday morning, July 30, 2025.
The woman, identified by her parents as “Baby,” allegedly attempted to run into vehicles before trying to drown herself in the sea.
Authorities discovered that Baby’s separation from her husband due to her inability to have children appears to have contributed to her distress.
The Waterfront Police Station received a call about the incident and quickly responded, along with the Barangay Ermita tanods and Cebu Port Authority personnel.
She was then turned over to Barangay Ermita for further assistance.
A concerned citizen also captured parts of the rescue through a video.
According to reports, Baby first attempted to throw herself in front of passing vehicles before moving to the baywalk.
Initial investigations suggest Baby was intoxicated at the time of the incident.
Her family also raised concerns about her mental state, citing depression allegedly caused by ongoing harassment from her former husband, a retired police officer.
This harassment reportedly included public humiliation at her workplace.
Her family also believed Baby may be struggling with illegal drug addiction.
Her family reported there are instances of her hallucinating and panicking, believing she was being followed and targeted for harm.
Baby is currently receiving care at the Vicente Sotto Memorial Medical Center’s Center for Behavioral Sciences (psychiatric and psychological services). Her family hopes she will receive the necessary treatment to stabilize her condition. / JDG
Individuals suffering from depression and needing assistance may also call the following numbers:
HopeLine Hotlines at (02) 804-HOPE (4673); 0917 558 HOPE (4673); and 2919 (toll-free number for all GLOBE and TM subscribers).
DOH suicide prevention hotlines:
0917-899-8727 and 0917-989-8727.
For emergency concerns in Mandaue City, individuals may contact the Bantay Mandaue Command Center through the following numbers: (032) 383-1658 / 346-0784 (landline) and 09171116633 (cellphone).