Toxic Alcohol Poisoning Deaths in Istanbul: 37 Victims
In the past 48 hours, Istanbul has been shaken by a tragic incident involving counterfeit alcohol, resulting in the loss of 37 lives and leaving 27 individuals in critical condition, according to a statement from the Istanbul Governor's Office.
The operations, which led to the closure of 64 establishments, were primarily focused on a shop in Başakşehir, identified as the distribution point for the counterfeit alcohol in Istanbul. The poisonous concoction was bottled in plastic containers and sold for 30 lira (446 tenge) at the "Turkmen Café".
The victims of this incident were predominantly foreign workers from Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan who had come to work in Turkey. Two Turkmen citizens, managing the "Turkmen Café", were among those arrested. However, the source, chemical composition, and distribution methods of this counterfeit alcohol remain undisclosed, with further investigation required for detailed information.
In a separate, unrelated incident, operations were conducted in the ZKORegion of Kazakhstan, where over 60 villages have rejected alcohol. No alcohol deliveries at night were agreed upon with delivery services in the region. Despite this, no connection to the Istanbul incident has been established.
Among the arrests made in Kazakhstan, the suspects were not identified as being from Turkmenistan or Uzbekistan. It's worth noting that two individuals, who were illegally in the country, were arrested in this operation.
The situation is a grim reminder of the dangers that can arise from consuming counterfeit products. Authorities urge everyone to be vigilant and cautious, especially when purchasing alcohol or any other goods.
This article does not aim to speculate or provide opinions but to present the facts as they are currently known. For more detailed information, further investigation from local health authorities or investigative reports may be required.
- The counterfeit alcohol incident in Istanbul, which has claimed 37 lives and left 27 in critical condition, has triggered a focus on health-and-wellness and general news.
- The fact that the victims of this incident were mostly foreign workers from Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan, with two Turkmen citizens arrested, underscores the relevance of medical-conditions, especially in the context of immigrant communities.
- The ongoing investigation into the source, chemical composition, and distribution methods of the counterfeit alcohol in Istanbul also falls under the category of crime-and-justice, as the legal system works to bring those responsible to account, ensuring the safety and well-being of the public.
