Girl Admitted to Hospital in Yakutsk due to Severe Alcohol Intoxication at 13 Years Old
In a concerning incident, a 13-year-old girl was hospitalized with acute alcohol poisoning last night. The incident occurred at an unauthorized beach on Lake Chochur-Myraa in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), Russia.
According to the Division for Juvenile Affairs of the 1st Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, an investigation is underway to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The investigation will also delve into how alcohol ended up with the minors.
The incident involved a group of minors, some of whom were swimming at the unauthorized beach. It is reported that one of the minors experienced alcohol intoxication, while the girl was seen drowning near the lake. Fortunately, she was pulled to shore by unspecified individuals.
The girl's younger sister found the unconscious victim and notified nearby relatives who called for an ambulance. The sister's quick action undoubtedly played a crucial role in saving the girl's life.
Article 5.35 of the Russian Federation's Code of Administrative Offenses addresses the liability of guardians or parents for allowing minors to consume alcohol or be in places where alcohol consumption is prohibited for them. This article imposes administrative fines on parents or guardians who negligently allow minors to consume alcoholic beverages or be present in places where alcohol use by minors is banned.
The exact amount of fines and sanctions may vary by region and the severity of the violation, but they generally serve to hold parents legally accountable for neglect related to minor alcohol consumption.
The police will also investigate the causes and circumstances of the incident, including the unsupervised presence of minors at an unauthorized beach late at night. Administrative measures will be taken against the parents according to Article 5.35 of the Russian Federation's Code of Administrative Offenses.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of parental responsibility and the need to protect minors from alcohol-related harm. It is crucial for parents to ensure their children are not exposed to such risks, especially in unauthorized locations.
While the exact details of the incident are still emerging, it is clear that this was a potentially life-threatening situation. Our thoughts are with the girl and her family during this difficult time.
- The tragic incident at Lake Chochur-Myraa highlights the need for enhanced vigilance in ensuring mental health and general news regarding health-and-wellness, especially in light of the girl's hospitalization due to acute alcohol poisoning.
- This unfortunate incident at the unauthorized beach raises concerns about the state of science and research relating to the effects of alcohol consumption on the health of minors, and the need for education about mental-health issues related to substance abuse.
- In the wake of the accident at Lake Chochur-Myraa, it is crucial to reinforce the significance of adult supervision, as demonstrated by the potential legal consequences stipulated in Article 5.35 of the Russian Federation's Code of Administrative Offenses, to prevent further accidents involving minors and alcohol.
