Investigation Underway Following Suspected Suicide in Rural Florence Area

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Codington County Sheriff's Office is currently investigating a suspected suicide after a body was discovered early Monday morning in the rural Florence area.

Sheriff's Office Deputies were dispatched at approximately 6:49 a.m. on October 6, 2025, following a report of a possible suicide.

Upon arrival, Deputies located a deceased 20-year-old male in the roadway, near a vehicle. A preliminary investigation conducted at the scene indicates that the male died by suicide.

Authorities have confirmed that this is an ongoing investigation. No further details, including the name of the deceased, are being released by the Sheriff's Office at this time.

Local & National Mental Health Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available through various local and national resources. These services offer free, confidential support 24 hours a day, seven days a week:

Resource	Service	Contact Information
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline	Free, confidential support for anyone experiencing mental health-related distress.	Call or Text 988
Human Service Agency (HSA)	Local behavioral health and crisis services serving Codington County and the surrounding areas.	Crisis Line: 605-886-0123
Glacial Lakes SAFE	A local coalition (Suicide Awareness For Everyone) dedicated to mental wellness and suicide prevention in the region, supported by HSA.	605-884-3518 (Ask for the Prevention Specialist)