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Laos Hostel Linked to Methanol Deaths Set to Reopen

No charges have been laid over six deaths tied to tainted alcohol served at the venue.

Overview

  • The Age and the Brisbane Times reported on February 21 that the Nana Backpackers Hostel is set to reopen.
  • Six people died from methanol poisoning linked to alcohol served at the hostel, according to the reports.
  • The victims included two teenagers from Melbourne.
  • Authorities have not announced any charges in connection with the deaths.
  • Both outlets published near-identical updates on the same day.