Teen dies in Mumbai after eating shawarma, vendors arrested

Police in Mumbai have arrested two food vendors in connection with the death of a 19-year-old man in the west Indian city.

Prathamesh Bhokse reportedly died after eating 'chicken shawarma' bought from Anand Kamble and Ahmed Sheikh’s stall in the Trombay area on Friday (May 3).

Bhokse suffered from stomach ache and vomiting after he ate the shawarma. He later went to a municipal hospital nearby to get medical treatment. 

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Later he felt unwell yet again, following which his family took him to the civic-run KEM Hospital on May 5.

After initial treatment, Bhokse unfortunately returned to the hospital because his health did not improve. And he passed away on Monday due to illness. 

The hospital authorities informed police about the incident, leading to the registration of an FIR against unidentified individuals under sections 336 and 273 of the Indian Penal Code. 

Meanwhile, in a separate incident, 12 people in Mumbai's Goregaon area were hospitalised over the past two days with suspected food poisoning after consuming chicken shawarma from a vendor near Satellite Tower in Santosh Nagar (East).

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"Twelve people complained of food poisoning on Friday and Saturday. They were admitted to a hospital. While nine people were discharged, three others are undergoing treatment," the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) official said without elaborating on whether the food was consumed by the 12 people at a hotel or shop.

Symptoms of food poisoning 

The symptoms of food poising can vary but often include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, fever, and sometimes even more severe symptoms.

Food poisoning treatments

Food poisoning can usually be treated at home, but it is best to consult a doctor. Staying hydrated is one of the best ways one can support body while it fights the infection. 

Another way is to stay home and rest. While eating one must stick to liquids such as water, clear broth, diluted fruit juice, decaffeinated tea, or sports drinks.

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Some foods might make you more dehydrated or increase vomiting. Avoid having dairy products, fried foods, spicy foods, sugary foods, caffeine, alcohol until you're feeling well.

(With inputs from agencies)