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Nursery school teacher arrested after 25 die from drinking bottles of vodka ‘laced with methanol’

Authorities have arrested a nursery school teacher following the tragic deaths of 25 people who unknowingly consumed bottles of vodka allegedly mixed with methanol. Reports say the victims thought they were drinking regular alcohol but collapsed after severe poisoning. Health officials confirmed that methanol, a toxic substance, was found in the drinks.

The shocking incident has left the community in mourning, with families demanding justice for their loved ones. Investigators revealed that the teacher is suspected of distributing the contaminated bottles, though the full motive is still unclear. Survivors are currently receiving treatment in nearby hospitals, while emergency services continue to monitor the situation.

Police say the case is being treated as a criminal investigation, and more arrests could follow as the probe widens. Public health agencies have urged people to be cautious about unregulated alcohol products, stressing the deadly risks of consuming drinks from unknown sources.

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