Twin bodybuilders commit suicide together

[Bodybuilding News]

An inquest heard that two bodybuilder twins committed suicide by jumping from a tower block window.

Marcis and Armands Graudins, both 33, were discovered dead next to one other outside Wickets Tower in Edgbaston on March 2 this year, according to Birmingham Coroner's Court.

After alerting acquaintances about their mental health problems, the brothers leaped from an open window in their shared apartment.

Neighbors reported hearing a "huge boom" around 3 a.m., and a "very distraught" caregiver found the two deaths when he came for work hours later, according to Birmingham Live.

Just weeks before their deaths, Marcis informed a doctor that he had considered suicide and had been "measuring windows," but that he would not do so "because of the impact it would have on his twin brother."

Armands, who had informed colleagues that he "didn't want to get old" and that if anything happened to his twin, "he would die too."

Senior Coroner Louise Hunt ruled that both brothers committed suicide, citing "multiple injuries" from a fall from a great height as the cause of death. Their inquests were finished back to back today, Tuesday, June 28 at Birmingham Coroner's Court.

The court heard about the brothers' difficulties with anxiety and steroid usage, as well as how the "avid gym-goers" were "silent neighbors who kept themselves to themselves and were frequently together."

The coroner said that two witnesses heard a loud noise, characterized as a "boom" or "thud," around 3 a.m. "but did not look or investigate to see what occurred."

A "very distraught" caretaker found the two dead when he came for his shift at the complex and alerted the police.

The worker first mistook them for two homeless males, but upon closer scrutiny recognized them as residents. Officers arrived after dialing 911 and saw the males on the grass area outside the high rise, with a big open window above.

According to the court, paramedics were already on the scene and had verified the boys' deaths. Steroids and "associated paraphernalia" were discovered in their apartment, however, they did not contribute to or cause their deaths.

Coworkers recognized the brothers, both single guys. Marcis, a prolific operator, was discovered to have narcotics in his system, although they did not contribute to his acts or his death.

According to the coroner's court, he had a history of injecting steroids into his ankles. He also struggled with social anxiety and utilized bodybuilding to cope with his mental health concerns.

In a subsequent session in February, he reiterated that Armands was his "protective factor" and that he would not commit suicide as a consequence. Mrs. Hunt said, after reaching a suicide conclusion: "A caretaker on his way to work discovered him on the ground outside his apartment. He was discovered close to his sibling, who had also died.

"The deceased had been experiencing depression and anxiety. When he was last visited by his doctor, he was observed to be much better and intended to pursue counseling via his job."

During the ensuing inquiry, the court heard how Armands, an assistant production supervisor, also used steroids and other illegal medicines.

His boss characterized him as a "friendly man" and "extremely focused" in a statement, but said that "he had always indicated he didn't want to get old" and didn't want a family.

Armands also informed his supervisor that he was booted out of his family home in Latvia when he was 12 or 13 years old and that it was now "just him and his brother."

Mrs. Hunt said, after reading his boss's statement: "He always maintained that if anything happened to his brother, he would go as well. 'We came together, we go together,' he would remark.

The last time he saw him, on February 15, he was "trying to converse but couldn't," according to the court. He requested Armands to write down what he wanted to say since he was unable to talk.

His boss had stated: "I was aware that his sibling was in the hospital. 'I'm not coming back, I'll see you on the other side,' he wrote.

'My parents were in a vehicle accident and are in a coma,' he said. From what he was writing, it was evident he was mentally ill."

Armands, who had taken Zanex for anxiety, was rushed to the hospital in an ambulance. He was released the same day because there was "no fear about suicidal ideation."

Tragically, the duo was discovered dead a little over two weeks later.

The coroner said that he looked to have overdosed on antidepressants before to his death and that although this did not cause his death, it may have contributed to his conduct.


Mrs. Hunt expressed her sympathies to their family after the conclusion of the inquests.

 

[Joe Pietaro]

That's tragic.

 

[etalaze]

That kind of news really pisses you off, that is tragic really, why both , why doing this shit , mental illness maybe...

 

[TalkAdmin]

I think Zanax definitely had something to do with it. Depression too. Sad story.


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[Jason_ke]

An inquest heard that two bodybuilder twins committed suicide by jumping from a tower block window.

Marcis and Armands Graudins, both 33, were discovered dead next to one other outside Wickets Tower in Edgbaston on March 2 this year, according to Birmingham Coroner's Court.

After alerting acquaintances about their mental health problems, the brothers leaped from an open window in their shared apartment.

Neighbors reported hearing a "huge boom" around 3 a.m., and a "very distraught" caregiver found the two deaths when he came for work hours later, according to BirminghamLive.

Just weeks before their deaths, Marcis informed a doctor that he had considered suicide and had been "measuring windows," but that he would not do so "because to the impact it would have on his twin brother."

Armands, who had informed colleagues that he "didn't want to get old" and that if anything happened to his twin, "he would die too."

Senior Coroner Louise Hunt ruled that both brothers committed suicide, citing "multiple injuries" from a fall from a great height as the cause of death. Their inquests were finished back to back today, Tuesday, June 28 at Birmingham Coroner's Court.

The court heard about the brothers' difficulties with anxiety and steroid usage, as well as how the "avid gym-goers" were "silent neighbors who kept themselves to themselves and were frequently together."

The coroner said that two witnesses heard a loud noise, characterized as a "boom" or "thud," around 3 a.m. "but did not look or investigate to see what occurred."

An "very distraught" caretaker found the two dead when he came for his shift at the complex and alerted police.

The worker first mistook them for two homeless males, but upon closer scrutiny recognized them as residents. Officers arrived after dialing 911 and saw the males on the grass area outside the high rise, with a big open window above.

According to the court, paramedics were already on the scene and had verified the boys' deaths. Steroids and "associated paraphernalia" were discovered in their apartment, however it did not contribute to or cause their deaths.

Coworkers recognized the brothers, both single guys. Marcis, a prolific operator, was discovered to have narcotics in his system, although they did not contribute to his acts or his death.

According to the coroner's court, he had a history of injecting steroids into his ankles. He also struggled with social anxiety and utilized bodybuilding to cope with his mental health concerns.

In a subsequent session in February, he reiterated that Armands was his "protective factor" and that he would not commit suicide as a consequence. Mrs Hunt said, after reaching a suicide conclusion: "A caretaker on his way to work discovered him on the ground outside his apartment. He was discovered close to his sibling, who had also died.

"The deceased had been experiencing depression and anxiety. When he was last visited by his doctor, he was observed to be much better and intended to pursue counseling via his job."

During the ensuing inquiry, the court heard how Armands, an assistant production supervisor, also used steroids and other illegal medicines.

His boss characterized him as a "friendly man" and "extremely focused" in a statement, but said that "he had always indicated he didn't want to get old" and didn't want a family.

Armands also informed his supervisor that he was booted out of his family home in Latvia when he was 12 or 13 years old, and that it was now "just him and his brother."

Mrs Hunt said, after reading his boss's statement: "He always maintained that if anything happened to his brother, he would go as well. 'We came together, we go together,' he would remark.

The last time he saw him, on February 15, he was "trying to converse but couldn't," according to the court. He requested Armands to write down what he wanted to say since he was unable to talk.

His boss had stated: "I was aware that his sibling was in the hospital. 'I'm not coming back, I'll see you on the other side,' he wrote.

'My parents were in a vehicle accident and are in a coma,' he said. From what he was writing, it was evident he was mentally ill."

Armands, who had taken Zanex for anxiety, was rushed to the hospital in an ambulance. He was released the same day because there was "no fear about suicidal ideation."

Tragically, the duo were discovered dead little over two weeks later.

The coroner said that he looked to have overdosed on antidepressants before to his death, and that although this did not cause his death, it may have contributed to his conduct.


Mrs Hunt expressed her sympathies to their family after the conclusion of the inquests.

Depression is Real and persons showing any signs should be under therapy until they get better.
This is really saddening and tragic.How I wish they could share earlier about their difficulties in life,have a close family member or friend to listen and counsel them,This could have reduced the anxiety both the twins had.