Five Children of A Family Die During Hospital Transfer in Khyber

News Desk

KHYBER: In a tragic incident, five children from the same family lost consciousness and subsequently died while being transferred to a hospital in Khyber on Wednesday.

The children, aged between 2 and 10 years, reportedly fell ill due to suspected food poisoning, prompting their immediate transfer to medical facilities.

Local authorities confirmed that the children were initially treated at a nearby clinic before being referred to a larger hospital.

“We received them in critical condition, but unfortunately, despite our best efforts, we could not save them,” said Dr. Ahmad Khan, a physician at the hospital.

The family had reportedly consumed a meal from a local vendor prior to the incident, raising concerns about food safety standards in the area.

This heartbreaking event has sparked outrage among local residents, who are now demanding stricter regulations on food vendors to prevent similar tragedies in the future.

Community leaders are calling for immediate action to ensure the safety of food supplies, emphasizing the need for health inspections and public awareness campaigns.

Authorities are expected to launch an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the children’s deaths, including examining the food vendor involved.

Local health officials have also announced plans to conduct inspections of food establishments in the region to ensure compliance with safety regulations.