Two Danish Backpackers Die from Methanol Poisoning in Laos

laos - Anne-Sofie and Freja, two young backpackers from Denmark, tragically passed away in Laos after consuming alcohol laced with methanol.

Laos, one of the poorest countries in Southeast Asia, is facing a methanol scandal that has claimed the lives of several tourists, including two friends from Denmark. Anne-Sofie Orkild Coyman (20) and Freja Vennervald Sorensen (21) were found unconscious in their hotel bathroom after drinking alcohol suspected to be contaminated with methanol. Despite being rushed to the hospital, they did not survive.

These young backpackers had been on a journey across Europe and Southeast Asia, documenting their adventures and sharing photos with friends and family. Their sudden and tragic deaths have shocked their loved ones and the broader travel community.

The methanol poisoning incident in Laos has led to the deaths of six individuals, with several others hospitalized and fighting for their lives. The government of Laos has vowed to investigate the cause of the contamination and hold those responsible accountable.

As the investigation unfolds, questions remain about the source of the tainted alcohol and the steps that can be taken to prevent similar tragedies in the future. Tourists are being warned about the dangers of consuming alcoholic drinks in Vang Vieng, where the poisoning cases occurred.