Five members of a single household died in Kanganpur, in Kasur district, after eating kheer that was reportedly contaminated, police and local sources said on Thursday. The family suffered intense stomach pain and vomiting after eating the rice pudding, which triggered a medical emergency.
Lizard allegedly found in the rice pudding
According to local sources, the family had made the kheer at home when a lizard allegedly dropped into the dish. The father reportedly spotted the reptile and removed it before the family ate. However, the circumstances of the suspected contamination have not yet been officially confirmed.
Five family members named after rescue efforts
The dead were identified as three brothers, 28-year-old Asif, 25-year-old Nazim and 15-year-old Amanat, along with their father, Qasim Ali, and mother, Hasina Bibi. Rescue officials said teams were sent after receiving information and gave first aid before moving the family to hospitals. All five victims later died, leaving residents in the area in mourning.
Punjab minister seeks report and police probe
Punjab Minister for Law Rana Muhammad Iqbal Khan took notice of the incident and asked the Kasur deputy commissioner for a report. He directed authorities to conduct a thorough investigation, establish the facts and determine the cause of the deaths. Police have launched an investigation, and further inquiries are under way.
