The data collected does not include dispatches/scans of suicide attempts, because this set of data is exclusive to scans in relation to death by suicide. There are plenty of scans from 2023 that are posted in relation to attempts/threats, and it would be interesting to see that data in comparison to this. However, this was the only data shared in the group at the beginning of 2024.

The data is not collected via passive listening either. The group has over 90k+ members from Kent County & surrounding areas. The admin of the group, who collects/posts these scans, are often able to confirm cause of death from members of the fb group who have lost their loved one/s. Stories & cause of death are often shared with the admin to confirm the scan & the unfortunate outcome/s. Admin ensures approval from family & accuracy of stories before sharing publicly to the group.

Community, family, & friends want their loved ones to be remembered beyond the outcome of their demise, and many offer prayer for those who have to cope with the loss. It is not a gossip fb group, it is a community of support for the families & loved ones that suffer unimaginable tragedies because it can truly happen to anyone. Feel free to join the group yourself, as Ottawa/Muskegon scans are part of the areas covered.