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Gurugram Cafe Incident: Manager Arrested After Dry Ice Mix-Up Hospitalizes Five

A serious mix-up at La Forestta Cafe in Gurugram resulted in five diners being hospitalized after consuming dry ice, mistaking it for mouth freshener.

  • Five diners at La Forestta Cafe in Gurugram were hospitalized after consuming dry ice, mistaking it for a mouth freshener, leading to vomiting and bleeding.
  • The Gurugram district food safety officer issued a show-cause notice to the cafe, questioning why its license should not be suspended or cancelled.
  • The manager of La Forestta Cafe was arrested on charges of poisoning with the intent to cause harm, while the owner is reportedly on the run.
  • A viral video of the incident shows the affected diners in distress, with reports indicating two are in serious condition.
  • Authorities and victims are calling for stricter regulations on the use of dry ice in food establishments to prevent similar incidents.
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