Studies show that every day anywhere from 21 to 23 veterans commit suicide nationally. Posted: Jun 29, 2021 8:52 PM Posted By: Kit Hanley VIGO COUNTY, IND. (WTHI) - According to the website "Military.com" more than four times as many active soldiers and veterans of war are believed to have died by suicide rather than combat. Studies show that every day anywhere from 21 to 23 veterans commit suicide nationally. Christina Crist from "Team of Mercy" says we need to let this community know that they are not alone and that there are resources available. Different local experts have answers as to why suicide rates are sky-rocketing.