Atlantic City, NJ Police: FL Man Intentionally Jumped From Garage

Atlantic City Police say a man from Florida intentionally jumped from a parking garage Thursday morning.

At around 10:45, ACPD officers responded to the area of Mississippi and Atlantic Avenues in reference to reports of a man jumping from a parking structure.

While not specifically identified by police, that corner is the location of the parking garage for the former Trump Plaza.

Officers located the man and attempted to render medical aid, however, the 42-year-old man from Riviera Beach, FL, was pronounced dead.

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Officials spoke with witnesses who reported seeing the man intentionally jump from an upper level.

For anyone that needs assistance, or knows someone that does, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or text TALK to 741741.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the Atlantic City Police Department at (609) 347-5766.

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