Laos Methanol Poisoning: Lack of Charges 'a Slap in the Face'

As Laos’ methanol poisoning case begins, friend of victim slams ‘cover-up’

A British man who was blinded in the incident says he feels sorry for the families of the six victims who died, but is ‘not angry’ any more.

Australia, Laos top diplomats discuss tainted alcohol deaths

The pace of the investigation has long been a source of contention between both countries. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Laos methanol poisoning: Lack of charges 'a slap in the face'

The brother of a British tourist who died in a mass methanol poisoning says the failure to charge anyone over her death is a “slap in the face”. Simone White, 28, was one of six people who died after drinking free shots at the Nana Backpacker Hostel in Vang Vieng, Laos, in November 2024. Last week authorities in the South-East Asian country said they couldn’t determine if the deaths “were caused by the actions of any individual or by any particu…

Senator presses Laos over backpacker methanol poisoning deaths

Penny Wong has expressed disappointment over Laos failing to press serious charges.

Minister presses Laos over backpacker poisoning deaths

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has expressed disappointment over Laos failing to press serious charges over the methanol poisoning deaths of two teen backpackers.