history: I received horrific news from a best friend recently. They had tried to commit suicide. It was very hard to hear but thankfully they are getting the help they need. I received horrific news from a best friend recently. Oh no_comma_  what happened?
current: They had tried to commit suicide. It was very hard to hear but thankfully they are getting the help they need.
next: That is terrible, you must have been devastated,  I hope he find the help he/she needs.