6 Friends Die After Drinking Alcohol Allegedly Served By Their Friend in Ogun

Ilesanmi AdekanbiJuly 22, 2023

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Six friends died after drinking alcohol that was allegedly served by their friend in Ogbogbo, in the Ijebu-North East area of Ogun State.

The incident occurred on Tuesday, July 19, 2023, at a joint where the friends had gathered to drink. After an argument, one of the friends, who is now the suspect, offered to buy a bottle of alcohol to reconcile with the others. He went home and brought back the drink, which all six of them drank except him.

A few hours later, news filtered into the town that two of the friends had died while four others were hospitalized. The remaining four friends died the following day.

The suspect is still at large and the police are investigating the incident. The families of the deceased have said that they are not pressing charges and prefer to bury their dead.

The cause of death is still unknown, but the police are considering the possibility of alcohol poisoning. Alcohol poisoning can occur when someone drinks too much alcohol in a short period of time.

Symptoms of alcohol poisoning include vomiting, confusion, seizures, and loss of consciousness. If someone is suffering from alcohol poisoning, it is important to call 911 immediately.

This incident is a tragic reminder of the dangers of alcohol poisoning. It is important to drink responsibly and to be aware of the signs of alcohol poisoning. If you think someone is suffering from alcohol poisoning, please do not hesitate to call 911.