Exit International Director Dies by Assisted Suicide at 47
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Health
June 2, 2025 06:00
switzerland, germany - Florian Willet, a 47-year-old director of Exit International, passed away with assisted suicide on May 5, following a severe mental crisis post-detention in Switzerland.
Exit International Director Dies by Assisted Suicide at 47
Florian Willet, a key figure at Exit International, a pro-euthanasia organization, died at the age of 47 with assistance in Germany after facing a mental health crisis linked to his arrest in Switzerland.
Arrest in Switzerland
In September, Willet was arrested in Switzerland after a woman used the Sarco capsule for assisted suicide, with him present during the procedure. Switzerland allows assisted suicide under certain conditions, leading to the choice of location.
End of Life
Willet sought help from a specialized organization for his own assisted suicide in an undisclosed method as per his farewell message. For support with suicidal thoughts, 113 or 0800-0113 are available 24/7 along with online chat services.