Family and friends of Granada Hills teacher Scott Petri attended his funeral in Costa Mesa last week, following his tragic death earlier this month. Petri, who taught Social Studies at John F. Kennedy High School, reportedly died after jumping off a bridge onto the 5 Freeway in Newhall.
Kelly Vail, spokesperson for the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office, confirmed that Petri, 57, was the man who passed away after jumping from the highway overpass. He was pronounced dead on the scene, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP).
“Every life lost to suicide is a heartbreaking reminder of the silent battles many face,” CHP Captain E.A. Krusey said in a statement. “We urge anyone struggling to reach out – there is help and there is hope. No one has to face this alone.”…