Investigations Initiated After Suspected Toxic Liquor Causes Multiple Deaths in Pimpri Chinchwad and Pune
- On Friday, authorities launched a probe into 13 deaths in Pune district linked to suspected methanol-laced liquor across Pimpri Chinchwad and Pune city over the last three days.
- Preliminary investigations suggest the substance involved appears to be "something like methanol," a toxic industrial alcohol that can cause illness or death if consumed. Victims reported dizziness, breathing difficulties, and abdominal pain.
- State Excise Department teams detained Yogesh Wankhede, a "history sheeter" who allegedly brewed and supplied the illicit liquor. Officials seized additional stock from his supply chain in Gokhale Nagar to prevent further damage.
- Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis confirmed eight individuals have been nabbed in the case. He stated the government is investigating the "entire ecosystem" behind the illicit trade and initiated a major crackdown.
- Police remain focused on tracking those involved in manufacturing while medical reports for the deceased are awaited. Saving human lives remains the administration's top priority as authorities work to ascertain the extent of the links.
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