BADUNG, Bali — A Canadian man was found dead inside a villa in Bali’s Jimbaran area after what police believe was a suspected self-inflicted gunshot, authorities said on Friday.

The victim, identified by his initials JAK, 46, was discovered on Monday afternoon after a friend became concerned when repeated attempts to contact him went unanswered.

According to Bali Police spokesperson Senior Commissioner Ariasandy, the friend, a British national identified by the initials BJ, had planned to deliver a motorcycle to JAK that morning. After failing to reach him by phone, BJ asked an employee to check on the villa.

When the employee arrived, the property was locked from the inside. Concerned that something may have happened, BJ later went to the villa himself. Unable to gain access, he forced the door open and found JAK lying motionless on a sofa with an apparent gunshot wound. Police were immediately notified.

Forensic officers later processed the scene as investigators began examining the circumstances surrounding the death.

Police said a witness told investigators that JAK had previously experienced mental health problems while living in Jakarta. The witness also claimed the Canadian national had made previous suicide attempts. Police, however, said they have not independently verified that information.

Authorities have not disclosed the type of firearm involved or explained how the victim may have obtained it. Firearm-related deaths are rare in Bali, where civilian gun ownership is heavily restricted, making the source of the weapon a key part of the ongoing investigation.

Police have not announced any evidence of foul play and said further findings, including details about the firearm, will be released once the investigation is complete.

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