CIB refutes 'fake rescue' poisoning claims in Everest region, urges responsible reporting
Summary
The Central Investigation Bureau of Nepal Police denies claims that foreign tourists in the Everest region were deliberately poisoned in fake rescue scams, urging responsible media reporting to protect Nepal's tourism.
Key Points
- The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police denies allegations of deliberate poisoning of foreign tourists in the Everest region as part of fake rescue scams.
- Ongoing investigations have found no evidence of food tampering or toxic substance adulteration.
- The CIB condemns misleading reports published in national, international media and social media platforms based on unverified information.
- The CIB urges media outlets and the public to verify information to prevent misinformation that could harm Nepal's tourism sector and create panic among visitors.
