It was the first recorded use of the Sarco suicide capsule, according to a local news report. Approved users of Sarco’s capsule have to meet Switzerland’s criteria of an assessment to show they are of sound mind, the ability to self-administer the drugs and not have a selfish motivation.

Switzerland-based assisted suicide organization The Last Resort said Sunday that it has suspended applications amid a criminal investigation into the use of a suicide 'capsule.' Swiss authorities

Advocacy organizations behind a controversial “suicide capsule” have paused their application process amid an ongoing criminal investigation in Switzerland. Last month, the group reported receiving more than 370 applications to use the device.

Advocate Florian Willet, who was present when an American woman used the divice, is being held in pretrial detention.