Dozens of people were left hospitalized while at least 12 were confirmed dead at a leading tourist hotspot recently.

The incident took place in Turkey after guests were served fake bootleg alcohol that took a serious toll on their overall health.

Local media outlets were quick to speak about how the incident resulted in a rise of death related to fake booze in Istanbul with only seven being discharged after getting immediate medical attention.

Authorities did manage to arrest eight people who they claimed were related to the incident. Plenty of locations were raided around the city as well to see if other sellers were taking part in the same illegal activity.

Police managed to seize more than 516 bottles of brewed alcohol today as one owner of a tobacco show was also taken into custody over questionable products that might not be safe for human health.

The news comes after a British female was among the six people killed in a terrifying and tragic incident in Laos recently.

Authorities are advising travelers about the incident and also warning them to stop purchasing drinks from shady locations that offer contamination.

Many of the products seized had methanol which is a low-cost but deadly chemical added to make drinks stronger.