Four sentenced to death in Iran for distributing poisonous counterfeit alcohol

The judiciary spokesperson, Masoud Setayeshi, revealed that the suspects had acquired industrial-grade alcohol illicitly from a medical equipment store. They subsequently used this alcohol to create counterfeit alcoholic beverages, which they then distributed within the province.

Setayeshi disclosed that the main suspect possessed a background in chemistry and worked as a laboratory expert.

In addition to the four death sentences, the court also handed down jail terms to seven other suspects, ranging from one to five years, Setayeshi confirmed.

Setayeshi further noted that the suspects and their legal representatives have been officially notified of the court's rulings, with the option to appeal against their convictions. (ILKHA)