Parents ‘devastated’ over daughter’s suspected poisoning death
The parents of British lawyer Simone White, who died of suspected poisoning in Laos, said they were “shocked” by the “terrible tragedy”.
Ms White died in hospital after drinking alcohol suspected to be laced with methanol in backpacker hotspot Vang Vieng.
The 28-year-old man was one of six tourists who died in the popular tourist town.
Her parents said in a statement: “Simone was one of a kind and had the most wonderful energy and spark in life.
“She gave so much to so many people and was deeply loved by her family, friends and colleagues.”
They said their daughter was “taken too soon” and “will be greatly missed by her brothers, grandmother and entire family”.
They added: “Our hearts go out to all the other families affected by this terrible tragedy.”
