Beaumaris Football ClubA second American girl has passed away from suspected alcohol poisoning, bringing the total number of international tourists who have passed away in Laos to six.
The home of Holly Bowles, 19, said they were “heartbroken” to confirm her death, more than a month after she fell ill in the tourist town of Vang Vieng.
Her companion Bianca Jones, even 19, and English lawyer Simone White, 28, from south-east London, were confirmed to had died on Thursday.
An unknown US gentleman and two Swedish women, aged 19 and 20, are also among the victims of the suspected poison, believed to be connected to illegal booze.
Holly’s family said in a statement to the media on Friday that she had “brought so much joy and happiness to so many folks” as relaxation.
When she became ill, they continued, claiming that she had been living “her best existence traveling through South East Asia, meeting new people, and having outstanding experiences.”
The horrible crossing of Holly Bowles may be heartbreaking for all Australians, according to Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong. Her family and friends are in my heart of hearts.
Holly and Bianca were taken to hospital on Wednesday, 13 November, after they failed to check out of their dormitory in the tiny, creek town of Vang Vieng, about two hours north of the money Vientiane.
Getty ImagesAccording to reports and testimony from witnesses, the tourists may have ingested alcohol, a fatal substance frequently found in illegal liquor.
The Nana Backpacker Hostel, where the American youngsters were staying, claimed to provide free shots to around 100 guests the night before.
The hostel’s manager told news agency Associated Press that no other guests had become unwell.
The hostel’s supervisor has since been taken into custody for questioning by the police.
Another American woman is reportedly in a hospital after being treated for the event, which is also reported to have resulted in another American woman being treated.
Authorities in both New Zealand and the Netherlands both claimed to be keeping an eye on national-related incidents.
Vang Vieng, is a hotspot for tourists travelling across south-east Asia. It’s house to the Banana Pancake Trail- a famous traveling road extending Thailand, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia.