Momo Scare: Deadly Snack Causes Illness and Death

After consuming momos from an unlicensed vendor, ten individuals fell ill, and one woman died in Hyderabad. The vendor sold the snack at different locations, all linked to the same supplier. Authorities have shut down operations and sent food samples for analysis as investigations continue.

Ten people fell ill, and a woman died after allegedly consuming momos from a roadside stall in Hyderabad, police reported on Monday. The vendor, selling at various locations, has been linked to all incidents.

A family member of the deceased reported that she was hospitalized shortly after eating the momos. Her body was later interred while authorities assess the next steps regarding the cause of death.

The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) confirmed the stall was unlicensed and collaborated with the police to locate the vendor. They halted the vendor's operations and sent food samples for state laboratory analysis, calling for a formal police inquiry.

(With inputs from agencies.)