So Surreal...

[Mthom2]

As I've mentioned before, I work at a hotel. Not 2 hours ago, a guest came in from having taken his dog out to the dog walking area, white as a sheet. He said he thought he found a dead body over in the grass. Apparently, he tried to get a response by calling out to him then finally nudging his foot. The man didn't respond. I had to call 911.

It was an assumed suicide. They found a gun underneath his body, and he had left a note containing all the information they needed to contact his family, who lives out of state. He left behind a cat in his room, and the police had animal control to come get it. The room is now roped off with police tape, as well as the lawn area where he was found.

It really hit home with me. I could secretly relate. What surprised me was that he had chosen to do it outside instead of in his comfortable room. I guess we were lucky that he was thoughtful enough to avoid that.

The poor guy.

 

[FuneralCry]

At least that person is now free from this cruel world. Rest in peace.

 

[pickajack]

Was it very upsetting for you and/or your co-workers? Nice of him to take it outside as I imagine it's pretty messy with a gun.
Hope you're okay and thanks for sharing.

 

[Mthom2]

I don't know why, but I just couldn't stop crying. There's no telling how much suffering he had endured throughout his life to end up doing what he did. Don't get me wrong, I'm glad that he was strong enough to escape. It's just that, well, I wish I could have somehow given him some companionship. Dying alone worries me. I hate the idea of anyone dying alone.

Everyone was a mess, honestly. Our housekeepers were scared, and most of the other guests left early, canceling the rest of their stays.

The worst part was that it happened between 4:45-6am. I smoked a couple cigarettes outside during that time. He was probably laying there dead, while I was blissfully unaware, not more than 25 feet from me. I never even heard the gun shot!