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Larnaca: One Dead, Four Hospitalized After Consuming Beverage – Water Cooler Under Scrutiny

Published January 4, 2026, 19:02
Larnaca: One Dead, Four Hospitalized After Consuming Beverage – Water Cooler Under Scrutiny

A tragedy unfolded in Larnaca after a 78-year-old man was found dead at his home, while four members of his family are hospitalized with symptoms of severe poisoning. All had consumed the same beverage, reportedly lemonade, and the police are investigating the cause of the incident. A water cooler has been seized for laboratory tests, as it is considered a potential source of the poisoning. The case initially began as a sudden death investigation but evolved into a poisoning inquiry due to the common symptoms presented by the family members. One person is in a comatose state.