FLAGSTAFF, ARIZONA – In a tragic turn of events, “Sister Wives” star Janelle Brown expressed regret over not seeking help for her son, Robert Garrison Brown, before his apparent suicide, according to police reports obtained on Wednesday.
The distressing discovery was made by Garrison’s brother, Gabriel Brown, after Janelle grew concerned upon receiving worrisome texts from her son. He was found deceased from a self-inflicted gunshot wound in his Flagstaff home.
During interactions with law enforcement, Janelle mentioned that Garrison had stopped texting the night before, highlighting her desire to have offered assistance sooner.
The police report shed light on Garrison’s struggles with alcohol and depression, his roommates confirming his ongoing battles with these issues. Despite starting a new job at Flagstaff Medical Center, signs of mental health concerns and alcohol abuse persisted.
While roommates recalled discussing Garrison’s depression and alcohol consumption, there were no direct indications of suicidal thoughts, though his state of unhappiness was apparent.
Janelle’s concerns about her sons’ mental health were further highlighted in a previous episode of “Sister Wives,” where she shared how her boys’ estrangement from their father, Kody Brown, had been impacting them deeply.
The heartbreaking circumstances surrounding Garrison’s death serve as a reminder of the importance of mental health awareness and support. If you or someone you know is in distress or contemplating suicide, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).