- Australian teen latest poisoning death in Laos
- A US man died earlier the same day, and two Danish women died last week
- A friend of the Australian teenager and a British woman on life support
- Police believe they consumed drinks containing methanol
Australian teen latest poisoning death in Laos
A fourth tourist has reportedly died from suspected mass methanol poisoning in Laos. Australian teenager Bianca Jones, 19, death was confirmed by her family on Thursday.
Earlier in the day, the US State Department confirmed the death of an American man who died in the tourist hotspot of Vang Vieng.
Authorities also confirmed the deaths of two Danish women, aged 19 and 20, last week. Meanwhile, Jones’ friend Holly Bowles and a British woman are currently on life support.
Police are investigating the incidents, with reports suggesting the victims may have consumed drinks containing methanol, a toxic chemical often found in bootleg alcohol.