An inquest revealed that a 24-year-old woman, Chloe Ferris from Belfast, tragically died in a nightclub toilet due to a dangerous mix of cocaine, ketamine, and alcohol. Prior to the incident, Chloe had been socializing with friends at her residence before going to a bar in Belfast City Centre. Witnesses stated that Chloe had arranged for the purchase of cocaine, which was unusual behavior for her.
Upon arriving at Lux nightclub, Chloe and a friend entered a toilet cubicle around 1:17 am. Concern arose when staff noticed the door remained closed for an extended period during routine checks. Upon inspection, Chloe and her friend were found unconscious inside. While her friend regained consciousness, Chloe was pronounced dead on December 1, 2024.
The inquest revealed that traces of cocaine, ketamine, and alcohol were detected in Chloe’s system, though not in significant quantities. However, the combination of these substances was described as potentially lethal due to the simultaneous ingestion of a stimulant and depressant.
Coroner Joe McCrisken suggested that the cocaine Chloe purchased may have been laced with ketamine without her knowledge, indicating a possible criminal element in her death. Authorities are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding Chloe’s tragic demise.