A woman in Switzerland, the first to use a “suicide pod,” was discovered in a forest with unexplained marks on her neck.
This incident involved a 64-year-old American woman who purportedly died by flooding her lungs with Nitrogen gas, a method associated with a quick and painless death.
Following an autopsy in November 2024, it was revealed that she had signs of strangulation on her neck, leading to speculations about potential malfunctions or external interference.
Dr. Florian Willet, associated with The Last Resort organization that oversees the pods, alerted authorities when the woman’s body exhibited strong cramping during the process.
The pod, created by Dr. Philip Nitschke, was found in a secluded forest area in Switzerland, and is operated by The Last Resort to offer users a peaceful death upon activation, inducing sleepiness and eventual death through oxygen deprivation.
Dr. Nitschke claimed that Dr. Willet, the main figure in the incident, faced psychological challenges after being detained in connection with the death. Dr. Willet later passed away by assisted suicide on May 5.
While Swiss authorities hinted at the possibility of intentional homicide in the woman’s death, no charges were brought against Dr. Willet. The investigation revealed that the pod was opened and closed multiple times before the procedure, with indications of severe injuries to the woman’s neck.
Two surveillance cameras captured the incident, with one camera showing activity shortly after the woman initiated the process. However, the footage did not provide clear insights into the events.
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