Gothamist: Family Says Actress Was Not Suicidal

John Henry

Sun, 12 Nov 2006 08:57:47 -0500

Strange how the last update here was Nov 6? Anyway, time has moved along, and now it seems like a construction worker who had a massive row with Ms Shellley is believed to have killed her by hanging her from the shower rail and making it look like a suicide. Diego Pillco (19) had been working on the apartment underneath Ms Shelley's, and she had complained about the noise level, even threatening to go to the Polce. According to his statement, he pleaded with her not to go to the police - then grabbed her - so she slapped him away, and he punched her in the head. "A blow that killed her", he said. Not so. According to the Prosecutor - Marit Delozier - there were no signs of trauma to the head, and the medical examiners report said that her death was definitely due from "compression to the neck". As of November 8, Pillco was held without bail, pending a trial. So now we know.

Leslie

Mon, 06 Nov 2006 13:37:05 -0500

I agree with the previous commenter. Suicide is such an ingrained taboo that families are loath to accept it.

anon

Sat, 04 Nov 2006 16:19:39 -0500

But, was she depressed anytime in the last 3-6 months, or after the birth of her child? Postpartum depression can go on for years after you give birth, especially if you don't receive treatment. Furthermore, individuals who have been grappling with suicidal ideation often appear content and at peace once they have come up with their plan. They know that it will end soon. It is a relief for them. Just because your life looks good on the outside doesn't mean it feels good on the inside.