A “suicide capsule” that offers a painless death within 10 minutes of administration is due to be used for the first time soon. Sarco is a 3D-printed capsule also known as the Tesla Euthanasia. Despite technological advances, its creators have been accused of “glamorizing” suicide and could face serious legal problems. Known as “Dr. Death,” Dr. Philip Nitschke said the first patient began using the Sarco capsule in Switzerland. He also noted that the capsule could be delivered anywhere in the world: “It could be an idyllic outdoor location or the premises of an assisted suicide organization.” Swiss media reported the readiness to use the Sarco capsule, but state prosecutor Peter Sticher warned that anyone who helps a patient use such capsules could be sentenced to up to 5 years in prison. According to Dr. Philip Nitschke, founder of Exit International, the Sarco capsule works by filling a chamber with nitrogen, which quickly reduces oxygen levels to the point that a person loses consciousness almost instantly. This process begins within the first minute, and after 10 minutes a “peaceful, safe, and drug-free” death occurs. The Exit International team says Sarco’s capsules can be activated using voice control or eye movement, making them accessible to those with severe medical conditions and mobility restrictions who are unable to communicate by voice. Sarco modules, which are activated by a button, blink, or gesture, also feature an emergency button and provide an escape route if the user changes their mind. “There is no reliable information about the killing method. It is completely unclear who controls any mechanical process during the dying process,” Sticher said. Swiss law, including Article 115 of the Criminal Code, allows assisted suicide, provided the motivation is not personal gain or selfishness. The post “Suicide capsule” will be tested on the first volunteer appeared first on Anomalien.com.