PHILADELPHIA – A Philadelphia Eagles fan got an unexpected knock at his door this week when police arrived to check on him after he posted on Facebook that he was going to kill himself following the team’s latest loss. The visit turned out to be a misunderstanding that reflected just how seriously online statements are taken — and how deeply some fans feel their team’s heartbreak.
Jake Beckman, a longtime Eagles supporter, said the post was a moment of frustration after Philadelphia’s blowout defeat. Officers showed up at his home soon after. “Someone called in reference to your Facebook post,” one officer told him, according to Beckman’s account of the exchange.
Police show up at a man's home after he posted on Facebook that he was going to k*ll himself after the Philadelphia Eagles lost last week.
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) December 15, 2025
Officer: "Someone called in reference to your Facebook post…"
Jake Beckman: "I'm fine. The Eagles lost."
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“I’m fine. The Eagles lost,” Beckman responded. When asked if he planned to harm himself, he replied, “No. Jalen Hurts turned the ball over six times, man.”
Police take social media threats seriously
Officials confirmed that calls like these are treated as potential mental health emergencies until proven otherwise. In this case, officers determined there was no threat and left without incident. “We always err on the side of caution when someone expresses distress online,” a police spokesperson said, noting that the response was part of standard welfare check protocol.
Mental health advocates say the situation underscores how emotional outbursts on social media can be misinterpreted and lead to real-world interventions. While the response may have seemed overcautious, experts emphasize that it’s better to investigate than risk ignoring a genuine cry for help.
Police said the case is closed and no charges were filed. The Eagles, meanwhile, face a crucial matchup this weekend — one that fans hope won’t lead to any more welfare checks.