Summary
Four people have died, including 19-year-old Australian Bianca Jones, two Danish women in their 20s, and a 56-year-old US citizen, after suspected methanol poisoning in Vang Vieng, a popular backpacker destination in Laos.
Several others, including six British and one New Zealand traveler, remain hospitalized.
The poisoning is believed to be linked to free shots offered at a local bar, prompting warnings from travelers to avoid local spirits.
Authorities fear a mass poisoning, with investigations underway into the source of the contaminated drinks.
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This is a tourist destination. If you go to a bar and they’re celebrating, they often hand out free shots.
What issue do you have with Laos that you think getting poisoned is somehow expected or deserved?
“ARGH, YOU POISONED ME”
“Stop crying about it mate, it was free poison”
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