Reagan High School student dies in apparent suicide

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A Reagan High School student found unconscious in the school’s weight room died Monday afternoon in an apparent suicide, officials said.

The student, who has not been identified, was found about 2:30 p.m., according to a letter sent to parents by Brenda Shelton, Reagan’s principal.

She said 911 was immediately called and that staff attempted lifesaving measures.

“I struggle to send news like this through e-mail, but I want to make sure you have accurate information so that you are prepared to speak with your children about the situation,” she said.

Aubrey Chancellor, spokeswoman for North East Independent School District, said San Antonio police are investigating the incident as an apparent suicide.

Shelton said investigators do not have any reason to believe that any other student was involved and that no one else is in danger.

Officials could not confirm whether the student was male or female, citing the police investigation.

Both the boys and girls soccer games scheduled for 5 p.m. Tuesday were postponed and are tentatively scheduled for 5 p.m. Wednesday.

Counselors will be available to help students, Shelton said.

Anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts can contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). The line is free, open 24/7 and offers confidential support as well as prevention and crisis resources.

Jacob Beltran is a reporter covering San Antonio and Bexar County. Read him on our free site, mySA.com, and on our subscriber site, ExpressNews.com. | jbeltran@express-news.net | Twitter: @JBfromSA