Editor’s Note: This story discusses suicide. Reader discretion is advised.
Jordan Miller News typically does not report on suicides. However, because this incident occurred at a local workplace and prompted a public safety response, this story is being published due to its significant public interest.
A 30-year-old employee died after an apparent suicide at a manufacturing facility in Massillon over the weekend.
Massillon police and emergency crews were dispatched to Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) on Warmington Road following a report of a person who had fallen. Upon arrival, first responders determined the employee had died.
Authorities believe the death was the result of suicide. No foul play is suspected.
The incident occurred at the workplace while the man was an employee of the company. Additional details about the circumstances surrounding the death have not been released.
Jordan Miller News is not identifying the individual out of respect for the family and because the death is believed to be a suicide.
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988, or visit the online chat at https://988lifeline.org/chat/.
