The Wire actor James Ransone dies aged 46
BBC News21 hrs
James Ransone's tragic suicide may stem from unresolved childhood trauma after the authorities failed to prosecute his abuser despite public disclosure. The system abandoned Ransone when it mattered the most, with this injustice and its lasting psychological damage possibly driving the actor's mental health crisis.
Cases like this highlight the urgent need for action to tackle suicide, including male suicide. While awareness of the issue is essential, it can't solve this crisis alone, especially when the government is cutting mental health services to the bone. The authorities, therefore, must commit to increasing the levels of support available to those who need it most.
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