Caught in the Crossfire: The Novichok Mystery of Dawn Sturgess

A public inquiry has revealed the tragic circumstances surrounding Dawn Sturgess's death by the Novichok nerve agent. Sturgess, an innocent British woman, fell victim to an international assassination attempt involving a former Russian agent. The inquiry seeks to uncover the truth behind her death.

An inquiry into the Novichok poisoning that claimed the life of Dawn Sturgess has commenced, shedding light on a tragic case involving international espionage. Sturgess died in July 2018 after coming into contact with a counterfeit perfume bottle containing the deadly nerve agent, a residue from the attempted assassination of ex-Russian spy Sergei Skripal.

The bottle, believed to have been used by Russian operatives to smuggle the poison, contained enough toxic substance to kill thousands, revealed lawyer Andrew O'Connor. The first day of the inquiry depicted Sturgess as a victim caught in the lethal 'crossfire' of geopolitical tensions.

As the public inquiry unfolds, it aims to address unresolved questions about Sturgess's death, including details of Skripal's relationship with British intelligence. Despite the absence of Skripal's testimony due to safety concerns, the investigation seeks to independently scrutinize the events and provide closure for Sturgess's family.

(With inputs from agencies.)