Dane Co inmate attempts suicide with razor

An inmate at the Dane County Jail used a razor to cut his wrists and neck in a suicide attempt Thursday morning. The 26 year old Madison man's injuries are non life-threatening.  

Sheriff's Department Spokeswoman Elise Schaffer says inmates are given a razor to shave for a short period of time in the morning. She adds they don't have the staff to monitor inmates while they shave. 

The inmate did leave behind a suicide note.  He was in jail on a probation hold.


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