Pensacola police report deceased person found on Scenic Highway died by suicide

A man found dead on a Pensacola roadside Sunday was determined to have died by suicide, according to the Pensacola Police Department.

Officers responded to the area of Scenic Highway and Langley Avenue at 8:50 a.m. following a report that a body had been found. They discovered a man on the west side of the road between Langley Avenue and Manolete Street.

On Monday morning, a PPD spokesperson said the man died by suicide.

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is a hotline for individuals in crisis or for those looking to help someoneelse. To speak with a trained listener, call or text 988.

This article originally appeared on Pensacola News Journal: Pensacola police rule Scenic Highway death was suicide