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June 29, 2000
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Justice department verifies attempted suicide at Newfoundland and Labrador Youth Centre

The Department of Justice has confirmed that on Wednesday, June 28, a female resident of the Newfoundland and Labrador Youth Centre at Whitbourne attempted suicide. She was subsequently taken to the local clinic and released back into custody following an examination. The girl�s parents have been notified and she is currently receiving psychiatric follow-up.

Media contact: Kathy Dicks-Peyton, Communications, (709) 729-6564.

2000 06 29                         11:50 a.m.


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