Investigation Launched After Four Friends Succumb to Toxic Substance in Bihar

Authorities in Patna have begun a formal inquiry after four young men lost their lives following a suspected intake of a poisonous beverage. The incident, reported from Bedhna village in the Flood Sub‑division, has drawn immediate attention from district officials. Witnesses claim the group partook in a drinking session that may have involved illicit liquor, a practice that persists despite the state’s prohibition on alcohol. Medical staff at the local hospital observed that all four patients exhibited signs of severe intoxication, including foam‑filled mouths and unresponsive behavior. The patients were swiftly referred to Patna Medical College Hospital for specialized care, yet they could not be revived. The police are collecting statements from neighbors, party attendees and local sellers of alcoholic products. A post‑mortem examination and toxicology screening are slated to reveal the exact poison, helping officials determine if the tragedy stemmed from contaminated brew, adulterated spirits, or a synthetic narcotic.