TAW122
Emissary of the right to die.
- Aug 30, 2018
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WARNING: The following video contains graphic footage. Graphic scene starts approximately 4:30 (-1:54).
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To begin, I want to say that this is indeed a very messy way to go and condolences to the family of this man. With that said, there are several things I want to discuss about this video as well as some things that we could probably learn from, mainly for educational and information purposes.
TAW122's remarks, analysis, and more:
The first thing is that I would highly discourage live streaming one's CTB, not solely because of my only slant or bias towards having an audience, but for practical and safety purposes mainly. Having a livestream makes one vulnerable to being tracked, doxxed, and high chance of intervention, first and foremost. Then as a lesser but significant reason (for people who don't wish to traumatize other unwilling participants excluding first responders as it's part of their job to respond plus they've seen worse.), the fewer people involved the less trauma overall as a whole.
The second thing to note is the way he held the shotgun and placed underneath the chin. I do NOT recommend this way of CTB'ing via a firearm, as there is a higher chance of failure due to the shot/bullet not hitting the brainstem and/or just blowing off the frontal lobe of the brain. This is more of a technique thing, and since you only have one shot (literally and figuratively) you CANNOT afford to screw it up. Fortunately for him, the shot was powerful enough to completely take out his face and with chunks of brain matter ejecting towards the walls and nearby surroundings. If anything, I'd still trust going through the mouth as it's easier to control and less body matter for the shot to traverse before hitting the brainstem.
Thirdly, if you've noticed the timing, it didn't take very long until the first responders (law enforcement) to arrive and make entry with their weapons drawn. Given how quickly first responders are (do NOT underestimate them!), anything you can do to delay their intervention or make it harder to intervene on you mid-attempt, even by buying more time will allow you a greater chance of success. Most of the time, especially with a firearm (when done correctly) one dies within seconds maybe less than a minute from blood loss and other shock, trauma, etc. (Note: Not advocating for illegal actions or behaviors.) One has to consider the time it takes for law enforcement to reach the person's place (assuming they were alerted when attempt was in progress), the time it takes to make entry whether via window or doors, then the time it takes to secure the scene, and of course, render aid, etc.
Finally, my last remarks about this is overall, it's better not to set off red flags or allow anyone any preemption towards intervention (best practice) as that would increase your chances of failing your attempt due to having to worry about intervention and being stopped before attempt, or worse, mid attempt (certain methods). Also, even when one has a near guaranteed method, even livestreaming increases the chance of intervention (as in the first point), potential failure, so it's not recommended to do so. Instead, delayed communications via email and/or text is preferred. With this particular method, a firearm (especially a shotgun), there is almost little chance of failure when done properly (with appropriate ammo/load and correct placement), and death will follow very soon.
Facebook Live Suicide Video: Man shoots himself in the head with a shotgun
Ronnie McNutt Facebook Live Suicide Video: Man shoots himself in the head with a shotgun. The man lost his job and his girlfriend.
hoodsite.com
To begin, I want to say that this is indeed a very messy way to go and condolences to the family of this man. With that said, there are several things I want to discuss about this video as well as some things that we could probably learn from, mainly for educational and information purposes.
TAW122's remarks, analysis, and more:
The first thing is that I would highly discourage live streaming one's CTB, not solely because of my only slant or bias towards having an audience, but for practical and safety purposes mainly. Having a livestream makes one vulnerable to being tracked, doxxed, and high chance of intervention, first and foremost. Then as a lesser but significant reason (for people who don't wish to traumatize other unwilling participants excluding first responders as it's part of their job to respond plus they've seen worse.), the fewer people involved the less trauma overall as a whole.
The second thing to note is the way he held the shotgun and placed underneath the chin. I do NOT recommend this way of CTB'ing via a firearm, as there is a higher chance of failure due to the shot/bullet not hitting the brainstem and/or just blowing off the frontal lobe of the brain. This is more of a technique thing, and since you only have one shot (literally and figuratively) you CANNOT afford to screw it up. Fortunately for him, the shot was powerful enough to completely take out his face and with chunks of brain matter ejecting towards the walls and nearby surroundings. If anything, I'd still trust going through the mouth as it's easier to control and less body matter for the shot to traverse before hitting the brainstem.
Thirdly, if you've noticed the timing, it didn't take very long until the first responders (law enforcement) to arrive and make entry with their weapons drawn. Given how quickly first responders are (do NOT underestimate them!), anything you can do to delay their intervention or make it harder to intervene on you mid-attempt, even by buying more time will allow you a greater chance of success. Most of the time, especially with a firearm (when done correctly) one dies within seconds maybe less than a minute from blood loss and other shock, trauma, etc. (Note: Not advocating for illegal actions or behaviors.) One has to consider the time it takes for law enforcement to reach the person's place (assuming they were alerted when attempt was in progress), the time it takes to make entry whether via window or doors, then the time it takes to secure the scene, and of course, render aid, etc.
Finally, my last remarks about this is overall, it's better not to set off red flags or allow anyone any preemption towards intervention (best practice) as that would increase your chances of failing your attempt due to having to worry about intervention and being stopped before attempt, or worse, mid attempt (certain methods). Also, even when one has a near guaranteed method, even livestreaming increases the chance of intervention (as in the first point), potential failure, so it's not recommended to do so. Instead, delayed communications via email and/or text is preferred. With this particular method, a firearm (especially a shotgun), there is almost little chance of failure when done properly (with appropriate ammo/load and correct placement), and death will follow very soon.
