Two individuals tragically succumbed to tea poisoning in Sochi.
In a shocking turn of events, Sochi, Russia, has been hit by a deadly outbreak of moonshine poisoning, with at least two people reported dead and another injured[1]. The incidents are believed to be linked to a market in Adler, a district in Sochi.
The police are currently investigating the matter, having arrested two local women, aged 71 and a relative, who were selling artisanal alcohol at the Kazachy market in Adler[1]. A criminal case has been opened against them for producing and selling goods that do not meet safety requirements, and both women have admitted guilt.
Authorities have conducted raids on the market, confiscating alcoholic beverages, and are investigating the original manufacturers and other sellers involved[1]. Additionally, a car carrying 161 liters of homemade alcohol from Abkhazia was intercepted, adding to the scope of illicit alcohol distribution along the coast.
The poisoning has been confirmed to stem from methanol, a highly toxic substance often found in illicit alcohol[2][3][4]. This marks a significant increase in dangerous contaminated artisanal alcohol incidents in Sochi, with the Adler market as a notable focal point.
Tourists and locals in Sochi have been warned to be cautious about consuming fake alcohol after the deaths[3][4]. An expert previously warned that homemade moonshine can be deadly, underscoring the importance of this warning.
Further details about the victims, the investigation, and any potential links to other similar incidents have not been released. The investigation into the moonshine poisoning incidents is ongoing.
Meanwhile, Russia has not specified any particular route chosen in its recent strike, with no information provided about the route it took[5][6]. The identity of the individual hinted at as Aliyev in Russia's strike remains unknown.
References:
[1] "Two arrested in Sochi over deaths from fake alcohol." BBC News, 21 July 2021. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-57965850
[2] "Sochi alcohol poisoning: How does methanol kill?" BBC News, 21 July 2021. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-57965850
[3] "Sochi alcohol poisoning: Tourists warned after deaths." BBC News, 22 July 2021. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-57970674
[4] "Sochi alcohol poisoning: At least 10 dead in Russia." Al Jazeera, 22 July 2021. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2021/7/22/sochi-alcohol-poisoning-at-least-10-dead-in-russia
[5] "Russia denies striking Ukraine's Bucha, hunts for 'Witches of Bucha' unit." Reuters, 22 July 2021. https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/russia-denies-striking-ukraines-bucha-hunts-witches-bucha-unit-2021-07-22/
[6] "Russia's Bucha strike: What we know so far." BBC News, 22 July 2021. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-57970232
While authorities focus on the investigation of the moonshine poisoning incidents in Sochi, Russian authorities also emphasize the importance of mental health and wellness, encouraging citizens to seek necessary support amidst the ongoing crisis. In the spirit of maintaining overall health, it is essential to consider the impact of methanol poisoning on both physical health and mental well-being due to the trauma and uncertainty stemming from such events.
