GALVESTON — A man was found dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound at East Beach on Thursday morning, and two dogs were also found dead at the scene, according to the Galveston Police Department.

Marissa Barnett, the city’s communications director, told KGTX 7 officers were dispatched to East Beach at approximately 9 a.m. after a man called to report that he planned to harm himself.

When officers arrived, they found the man deceased from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Two dogs were also found dead, Barnett said.

The incident marks the second recent reported suicide at the beach. Further details about the circumstances surrounding Thursday’s death were not immediately available.

KGTX 7 extends its condolences and suggests reaching out to someone who can help, if you’re experiencing mental health challenges.