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Laos methanol poisoning case faces criticism over charges and transparency

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A legal case has begun in Laos concerning methanol poisoning incidents that led to the deaths of six individuals, including Danish and Australian nationals, in November 2024. Families of the victims are criticizing the charges brought against the distillery owner and hostel manager, deeming them insufficient and calling for manslaughter charges. The Danish Foreign Minister has also expressed dissatisfaction with the proceedings, as foreign media were reportedly barred from a key press conference. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Aisyah Llewellyn ·

    As Laos’ methanol poisoning case begins, victims’ families, friends slam ‘cover-up’

    Almost two years after six travellers died and one survivor was left blind from suspected methanol-tainted drinks in Laos, the criminal case over the incident is finally proceeding with charges filed against a distillery owner as families of the victims continue to demand answers…

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