Third police officer dies from suicide after Capitol riot: DC police

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WASHINGTON - D.C. police say a third officer who responded to the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol has died as a result of suicide.

Police identified the officer as Gunther Hashida.

They say he was found dead at his home on Thursday, July 29.

"We are grieving as a Department as our thoughts and prayers are with Officer Hashida’s family and friends," a police spokesperson said.

4 officers died by suicide following Capitol riot

Four police officers in D.C. have taken their own lives in the months following the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.

Hashida joined the department in May 2003.

Five people died as a result of the riot at the U.S. Capitol – including a Capitol police officer.

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Capitol police officer Howard Liebengood took his own life days after the incident, along with D.C. police officer Jeffrey Smith.

If you or a loved one is feeling distressed, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The crisis center provides free and confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to civilians and veterans. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 (tel:18002738255). Or text HOME to 741-741 (Crisis Text Line)

Hashida's wife posted a statement on her Facebook page, along with a photo of them together.

Hashida's wife, Romelia, posted this on her Facebook page:

Capitol Riot Metropolitan Police Department Washington, D.C.