A young teacher’s tragic death has shocked many. Jorja Watt, 27, faced a harrowing ordeal that deeply affected her mental health before her untimely passing.
Lancaster: A young teacher’s life ended tragically. Jorja Watt, just 27, was found dead after a traumatic experience in a police cell.
She had been looking forward to a new job in Costa Rica. Sadly, her mental health struggles worsened after a police incident where she was stripped and left naked.
Jorja’s mother, Marie, shared how this incident traumatized her daughter. It led to a downward spiral in Jorja’s mental health, which was already fragile.
After the incident, Jorja stopped taking her medication. She began visiting places to self-medicate, trying to cope with her emotions.
On September 1, 2024, her lifeless body was found at her friend Charlie’s house. Charlie’s mother described the moment she discovered Jorja unresponsive on the sofa.
Before that, Jorja had been at another friend’s house, where she took a bottle of brown liquid. A toxicology report later revealed multiple prescription drugs in her system.
The coroner ruled her death as misadventure, highlighting her struggles with emotionally unstable personality disorder. Jorja was not just chasing a high; she was battling her mental health.
Coroner Kate Bisset praised Jorja’s strength, noting her resilience in completing her degree despite her challenges. This tragic story serves as a reminder of the importance of mental health support.
