Tourist Deaths from Methanol Poisoning in Laos

Australian teen Holly Bowles becomes sixth tourist to die from suspected methanol poisoning in Laos, South East Asia. She was travelling with her best friend Bianca Jones, who also died. Authorities investigating deaths related to drinks laced with methanol.

Tourists' Deaths from Suspected Methanol Poisoning in Laos

Six tourists have died in Laos after consuming free shots allegedly laced with methanol at a backpacker hostel. The owner and manager of the hostel have been detained by police for questioning. Methanol poisoning is suspected in the deaths, including that of British lawyer Simone White and Australian teen Bianca Jones. Several others have been hospitalized due to methanol poisoning.

Methanol Poisoning Deaths of Tourists in Laos

Australian teen Holly Bowles becomes the sixth tourist to die from suspected methanol poisoning in Laos, South East Asia, after drinking tainted drinks at a hostel. Cops have opened an investigation, and several staff members at the hostel have been detained for questioning.