A 43-year-old woman died in Surfers Paradise due to a suspected drug overdose, with two others hospitalized. Separately, in the UK, a suspected food poisoning incident at HMP Lewes saw inmates and staff hospitalized.
A tragic event occurred in Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast where a 43-year-old woman died, and two others were hospitalized following suspected drug overdoses at a hotel. Authorities reported seven people affected, with three in critical condition upon their arrival. Efforts to revive the woman in cardiac arrest were unsuccessful, leading to her death at the scene. The two other women, aged 43, were taken to Gold Coast University Hospital; one is now stable, while the other remains in intensive care. Queensland Ambulance Service’s Mitchell Ware highlighted the dangers of consuming non-prescribed substances, pointing out the daily occurrence of similar incidents and the inherent risks of drug use. A police investigation is underway, and a report will be prepared for the coroner regarding the woman’s death.
In a separate incident, a suspected food poisoning event at HMP Lewes resulted in three inmates and two staff members being hospitalized after consuming a curry meal. Initial concerns suggested a possible poisoning with fentanyl, but the Ministry of Justice later confirmed the cause as accidental food poisoning. Sussex Police are investigating the incident, which led to a lockdown of the prison kitchen and a significant emergency response, including setting up a decontamination tent at Eastbourne Hospital. All affected individuals, taken to the hospital for treatment, are reportedly not in a life-threatening condition. The incident highlighted ongoing concerns about safety and health incidents within the prison system.
