Plane forced to land in London when passenger ‘tried to kill themselves in toilet’

The EVA Air flight made an emergency landing in London (Picture: Getty Images)

A flight was forced to make an emergency landing after a passenger attempted suicide, it has been reported.

The EVA Air BR67 flight was travelling from Bangkok to London on Friday when it was forced to make the emergency landing.

The passenger was found in the toilet during the plane’s descent.

It is understood that the person was helped by flight attendants and an on-board doctor once it landed.

The passenger was given first aid and rushed to hospital once the plane had landed at 7.30pm.

While the flight made an emergency landing at a London airport, it is not yet known which one it was.

EVA Air has been contacted for further comment.

Need support?

For emotional support you can call the Samaritans 24-hour helpline on 116 123, email jo@samaritans.org, visit a Samaritans branch in person or go to the Samaritans website.

If you’re a young person, or concerned about a young person, you can also contact PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide UK. Their HOPELINK digital support platform is open 24/7, or you can call 0800 068 4141, text 07860039967 or email: pat@papyrus-uk.org between the hours of 9am and midnight.

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