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Suicide reported at Royal Gorge Bridge

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FREMONT COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- The Fremont County Sheriff's Office says a man took his own life by jumping from the Royal Gorge Bridge on Monday.

Eyewitnesses reported that a man jumped from the bridge around 11:53 a.m. Monday. The sheriff's office says human remains were found near the river and railroad tracks at the bottom.

The deceased man hasn't been identified.

If you or anyone you know are experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. The Colorado Crisis Services Hotline is also available at 1-844-493-8255.

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