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Parents fight for justice over couple's toxic limoncello deaths

Parents fight for justice over couple's toxic limoncello deaths

Summary

Greta Otteson and her fiancé, Arno Quinton, died from methanol poisoning in Vietnam after drinking contaminated limoncello. The couple's parents are seeking justice, but police have not provided further updates after arresting a barman for violating food safety regulations. Methanol is a toxic type of alcohol often used in non-drink products, unlike ethanol, which is safe for drinking.

Key Facts

  • Greta Otteson and Arno Quinton died on Boxing Day in Hoi An, Vietnam.
  • Their deaths were caused by methanol poisoning from limoncello.
  • Methanol is a poisonous alcohol not meant for drinking, unlike ethanol.
  • The couple messaged family about feeling unwell before dying.
  • Police arrested a barman in February for making the contaminated limoncello.
  • Greta and Arno had been living in Vietnam and owned a villa rental business.
  • The couple's parents have not received new information from authorities since the arrest.
  • Greta's parents are unable to find closure until they have more answers.

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