North Texas 18-year-old charged with assisting suicide in death of teenage girlfriend
An 18-year-old North Texas man has been arrested and charged with assisting a 17-year-old girl in her death by suicide, according to a news release from Frisco police.
Zander Tashman is charged with aiding suicide, a state jail felony punishable by up to two years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000 if convicted, according to police.
Officers responded on Nov. 20, 2023, to the Frisco Commons Park, where the girl was found dead in a pond. After “an exhaustive investigation,” the evidence suggested Tashman helped his 17-year-old girlfriend kill herself, police said.
Frisco police said their investigation remains open and declined to share a copy of the arrest warrant affidavit, which would include more detail about how Tashman allegedly aided in the girl’s suicide. The Star-Telegram has filed an open records request for the document.
Tashman was arrested Sunday and bond has been set at $10,000, according to police.
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or thoughts of suicide, contact the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988.
This story was originally published February 20, 2024 at 1:14 PM.