MP Eemeli Peltonen takes his life in parliament building sparking emergency response & suspending sessions in Finland
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A FINNISH MP has tragically died by suicide in the country's parliament building.
Eemeli Peltonen, 30, died today inside the Helsinki Parliament House.
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Eemeli Peltonen died today inside the Helsinki Parliament House
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Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo earlier confirmed that a body had been found on the premises
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He was first elected to the Finnish parliament in 2023
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Emergency services rushed immediately to the scene upon being alerted to the tragedy, Parliament's Director of Security Aaro Toivonen told the Finnish media.
Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo earlier confirmed that a body had been found on the premises.
He said: "Some time ago, we received truly shocking news from parliament, our common workplace.
"One of our colleagues has passed away on parliament premises. This is truly sad news."
He added that political business in parliament is being suspended in mourning of Peltonen.
Orpo said: "At the same time, we wish strength to his family, loved ones and colleagues.
"This deeply touches all of us, we send greetings and strength to everyone."
Peltonen's body was found at about 11am local time, according to local media reports.
Officials initially did not name him until it was confirmed that his next of kin had been notified.
He had previously taken sick leave in June following a problem with his kidneys.
In a social media post, he revealed his recovery had been complicated by an infection.
"To control the bacteria, I was started on an intravenous antibiotic course... which will take time," he posted.
"At the same time, treatment for my kidney problems will continue."
Peltonen was first elected to the Finnish parliament in 2023 with 5,747 votes.
He was a member of the centre-left Social Democratic Party.
Before his election to parliament, he was chairman of the Järvenpää city council from 2017 to 2021.
The national flag of Finland was lowered to half mast following the tragic news.
If you or someone you know is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988, chat on 988lifeline.org, or text Crisis Text Line at 741741.
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