The Sarco suicide pod, designed by Dr. Philip Nitschke, was used for the first time in Switzerland by a 64-year-old American woman, who activated the device shortly after entering it. The pod delivers nitrogen gas into a sealed chamber, leading to death by hypoxia within approximately ten minutes. Following this incident, Swiss police arrested several individuals, citing a violation of product safety laws and stating that the Sarco is not legally compliant. Nitschke defended the pod's operation, asserting it provided a peaceful and dignified option for those choosing to end their lives. Swiss law permits assisted suicide under specific conditions, but the involvement of the Sarco raises legal and ethical questions. The case has sparked further discussions about the regulation of euthanasia and assisted suicide in Switzerland and globally.