By Trend News Line 2024-05-09 04:20:15.
In a tragic turn of events, two roadside food vendors in Mumbai have been taken into custody following the unfortunate demise of 19-year-old Prathamesh Bhokse. The young man passed away after consuming chicken shawarma from a stall in Trombay. The vendors in question have been identified as Anand Kamble and Mohammad Ahmed Raiza Shaikh, according to reports from the police.
The authorities have taken swift action by registering a case against the shopkeeper under sections 304 and 34 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Bhokse initially sought medical attention after experiencing severe stomach pain and vomiting. Despite being discharged twice, his condition worsened, leading to his hospitalization for the third time. The police have officially confirmed the arrest of the two food vendors, Anand Kamble and Ahmed Sheikh, in connection with the incident.
How to prevent food poisoning? It is essential to follow proper food safety measures to avoid such unfortunate incidents. Always remember to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before and after handling food, especially raw meat, seafood, or eggs. Ensure that all meats, poultry, seafood, and eggs are cooked to the correct internal temperatures to kill any harmful bacteria. Keep raw meat and seafood separate from ready-to-eat foods to prevent cross-contamination. When storing leftovers, make sure to use airtight containers and consume them within a few days. Reheat leftovers to a safe temperature to eliminate any bacteria that may have developed.
Earlier in October 2023, a similar incident occurred in Kochi, where a young man lost his life after consuming shawarma from a restaurant in Mavelipuram, Kerala. The post-mortem report revealed that he succumbed to septicemia, a severe bloodstream infection. In another tragic incident in April 2022, over 52 individuals fell ill, and one person tragically passed away after consuming shawarma at an eatery in Cheruvathur, Kerala. The victim, a 16-year-old girl named Devananda, fell victim to food poisoning. Similarly, in September 2022, a 14-year-old girl who ate chicken shawarma at a restaurant in Namakkal, Tamil Nadu, was found dead at her residence.
What is Shawarma? Shawarma is a popular Middle Eastern dish often enjoyed as street food. It typically consists of thinly sliced meat, commonly lamb or chicken, stacked into a cone shape and slowly cooked on a vertical rotisserie. As the meat rotates, the outer layer cooks and is shaved off for serving. The sliced meat is usually wrapped in flatbreads like pita or lavash and garnished with various toppings such as tahini, garlic sauce, hummus, pickles, onions, and tomatoes.
The recent incident involving the tragic death of Prathamesh Bhokse serves as a stark reminder of the importance of food safety and hygiene. Authorities are working diligently to ensure that such incidents are prevented in the future. Let us all be vigilant and cautious when it comes to consuming street food and take necessary precautions to safeguard our health and well-being..
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