Family honors murdered lawyer who died from contaminated alcohol in Laos.

Yesterday, the tragic news of Simone White's death spread after it was suspected that her drink had been poisoned with methanol while she was at a bar in Laos. Simone's family is devastated by the loss of their daughter and have paid tribute to her. The 28-year-old was among a group of people who were believed to have been served poisoned alcohol at a bar in Laos. Her brother spoke to Metro this morning and shared how the family has been going through a horrific time. He also remembered Simone as a brilliant sister.

Neighbors of the White family from Kent also had kind words to say about Simone, remembering her as an absolutely lovely girl. Simone, who worked as a solicitor and lived with her family in Orpington, passed away after falling ill last week while on holiday in Laos with her friend Bethany Clarke, who also ended up in the hospital after the incident. In a now-deleted post on a Laos backpacking Facebook group, Ms. Clarke warned others to avoid local spirits after their group drank free shots offered by a bar in Vang Vieng.

Earlier today, it was reported that Australian teenager Holly Bowles became the sixth victim of suspected methanol poisoning after traveling in Laos. Methanol is sometimes used as a cheaper alternative to alcohol in mixed drinks at disreputable bars and can have severe effects, including death.

The NHS warns that even as little as 4ml of methanol can cause visual hallucinations and blindness. A neighbor in Orpington expressed their sadness for Simone's family and the tragic loss of a young life. They also shared their concern as a parent, saying that this could happen to any young person on holiday. They remembered Simone as a clever and good friend to all, with her whole life ahead of her.

Meanwhile, another neighbor, Ron Ferrier, 76, shared his shock and sadness over the tragedy, especially since his own son is in the same area where the incident took place. He also emphasized that it could happen to anyone. Thai police have detained the owner and manager of the Nana Backpacker Hostel, where many of the affected travelers were staying, but no one has been charged yet.

As everyone mourns the loss of Simone and the other victims of this tragedy, it serves as a reminder to always be cautious when traveling and to be aware of the dangers of consuming unknown or unregulated substances. Our hearts go out to the families and friends of Simone White, Holly Bowles, and the other victims of this heartbreaking incident.

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