Fraternity Club in Court Over Alleged Contaminated Cocktail IncidentFraternity Club in Court Over Alleged Contaminated Cocktail Incident Illawarra Mercury A fraternity club in the Illawarra region is facing allegations of serving contaminated cocktails that left patrons with severe illness. According to court documents, a group of patrons at the club on a Saturday night in March became unwell after consuming cocktails from the bar. Symptoms included nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and fever. One patron, a 22-year-old woman, was hospitalized with acute renal failure and required dialysis treatment. She has since made a recovery, but her medical expenses have exceeded $50,000. Laboratory tests conducted on the cocktail samples revealed the presence of E. coli bacteria, a common cause of foodborne illness. The club’s hygiene and sanitation practices are now under investigation. The club’s management has denied the allegations and has stated that it takes the health and safety of its patrons very seriously. It has launched an internal investigation and has hired an independent food safety consultant to review its operations. The club has been served with a negligence lawsuit by the patrons who became ill. The lawsuit alleges that the club failed to maintain a clean and safe environment and that it served contaminated food and beverages. The case is currently before the Wollongong District Court. A hearing is scheduled for next month to determine liability and damages. If the allegations are proven, the club could face significant fines and penalties. It could also lose its liquor license and face reputational damage. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of fraternity clubs and the need for stronger regulation. The Illawarra Liquor Accord has announced plans to review its code of conduct for licensed premises in the region.
Fraternity Club in Court Over Alleged Contaminated Cocktail IncidentIllawarra Mercury
