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Man Pleads Guilty to Encouraging Suicide in Discord Call

3/12/2026

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Story summary

Dylan Phelan, 21, of Morley, UK, pleaded guilty to encouraging Travis Dyer's suicide during a Discord call on October 30, 2024.
He admitted to actively participating in the incident and surrendered to police in March 2025, revealing involvement in a group that exploited Dyer's mental health.
Phelan also faces charges for possessing indecent images.
Sentencing is scheduled for May 22, 2026, with Dyer's family attending via video link.

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Story summary

Dylan Phelan, 21, of Morley, UK, pleaded guilty to encouraging Travis Dyer's suicide during a Discord call on October 30, 2024.
He admitted to actively participating in the incident and surrendered to police in March 2025, revealing involvement in a group that exploited Dyer's mental health.
Phelan also faces charges for possessing indecent images.
Sentencing is scheduled for May 22, 2026, with Dyer's family attending via video link.