MOUNT DORA WOMAN DIES IN POLICE DEPARTMENT PARKING LOT

At approximately 1:24 a.m. this morning, a 46-year-old woman drove into the Mount Dora Police Department (MDPD) parking lot at 1300 N. Donnelly Street where she shot herself, according to Mount Dora Public Information Officer Lisa McDonald. 
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Officers immediately responded and attempted to perform life-saving measures.  The woman, who resided on East 11th Avenue in Mount Dora, was transported to Waterman Hospital where she was eventually pronounced deceased.

Police investigators ruled the shooting was a suicide.

Family members have been informed, however Mount Dora Buzz isn’t releasing the name of the woman to protect the family’s privacy during this difficult time.  

The free Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 800-273-8255.  It provides free and confidential support to people in distress, as well as crisis resources for family members. ​

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