Among those hospitalized in Vinnytsia region due to food poisoning, 9 are children, writes UNN.
In Vinnytsia region, law enforcement officers are investigating the circumstances of people's poisoning in the city of Kalynivka. Currently, 25 people have been hospitalized, including 9 children.
The source of the poisoning was likely shawarma sold at a fast-food establishment near the local bus station.
All victims were hospitalized with a diagnosis of "foodborne toxic infection," meaning they consumed products contaminated with bacteria.
Currently, the operation of the establishment where the food was prepared has been suspended. The police also reported that the victims are receiving medical assistance.
Law enforcement officers are establishing the circumstances and causes of the people's poisoning. Specialists are conducting sanitary-epidemiological, laboratory examinations and studies.
A proceeding has been opened under Part 1 of Article 325 (Violation of sanitary rules and norms for the prevention of infectious diseases and mass poisonings) of the Criminal Code of Ukraine.