Airport worker who killed himself by jumping into plane engine named
The family of an airport worker has spoken out after their relative took his own life by jumping in the engine of a plane.
David Renner, 27, died after he was "ingested" into a Delta Air Lines plane at San Antonio International Airport.
Joshua Renner said it was "not the first time" his brother had tried to take his own life, but he had shown no signs of self harm in the month before his death.
The heartbroken younger brother told the Daily Mail: "David had been clean for over eight months, was in therapy, [was] actively taking his prescribed medication and had finally become the David we all knew he could be."
The Bexar County Medical Examiner's Office on Monday ruled his death a suicide and an autopsy died from blunt and sharp force injuries. This information was referred to the National Transportation Safety Board(NTSB).
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The suicide confirmation all but ended an investigation by the NTSB, who said there were "no operational issues with either the airplane or the airport."
'David had been clean for over eight months,' Joshua said (Facebook)A source told The Guardian that David had "intentionally stepped in front of the live engine."
Joshua said his family is now "doing the best they can do right now" and that his parents were making sure David was "taking good care of himself" before he died.
David "loved magic" and "was always trying to perform some little sleight of hand for his friends and family," Joshua recalled.
An autopsy confirmed David died by suicide (KENS5)The bereaved brother urged people to reach out when they see someone suffering from mental health problems.
"The simplest smile can always make a difference," he said.
Spokesperson Erin Rodriguez said the airport was "deeply saddened" by what happened, CNN reported.
"An accident occurred on the ground at San Antonio International Airport (SAT) Friday night that resulted in the fatality of an airline ground crew member," Rodriguez said.
Delta Air Lines said it was 'heartbroken and grieving the death of David (KENS5)“We are deeply saddened by this incident and are working with authorities as they begin their investigation. We will share more information as details become available.”
In a statement, Delta said: "We are heartbroken and grieving the loss of an aviation family member’s life in San Antonio. Our hearts and full support are with their family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time."
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In the US, if you or someone you know needs help, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.
In the UK, the Samaritans is available 24/7 if you need to talk. You can contact them for free by calling 116 123, email [email protected] or head to the website to find your nearest branch. You matter.
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