Meta AI prevents suicide of 21-year-old Indian woman by alerting police
Meta AI, the AI chatbot available across Instagram and WhatsApp, played a crucial role in saving the life of a 21-year-old woman in Lucknow, India, who was on the verge of committing suicide. The woman, who was distressed after being abandoned by her husband, posted a troubling video on Instagram where she was seen with a noose around her neck.
Swift Police Action
After the video started circulating on social media, the Social Media Centre of the office of the Directorate General of Police received an alert from Meta AI, prompting the police to take immediate action. ACP Mohanlalganj Rajneesh Verma mentioned, "On Saturday, an alert was received from Meta AI about a young woman attempting suicide. Acting promptly on the information, the police team reached the location and rescued her just in time, preventing a tragedy."
Prevention Through Technology
Meta AI's advanced technologies and strategic workflows enabled it to detect the suicidal content posted by the woman. By analyzing posts, comments, and direct messages, the AI identified language patterns, keywords, and phrases indicating suicidal thoughts, allowing for timely intervention.
The 21-year-old woman, who had recently married but was abandoned by her husband, was counseled by women police officers after being rescued, emphasizing the need for mental health support in such situations.
This incident underscores the critical role that technology and prompt action by authorities can play in preventing tragedies and saving lives.
