Chinese Nursery Owner Sentenced to Life for Child Poisoning Scandal

WHO:

BBC News - The nursery owner involved in the scandal is unnamed, along with five staff members.

WHAT:

BBC News - The nursery owner was sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty of poisoning hundreds of children.

BBC News - The staff members were also implicated in the use of inedible paint in meals.

WHERE:

BBC News - The incident occurred at a nursery in China.

HOW:

BBC News - The nursery owner and staff used inedible paint to enhance the appearance of meals served to children.

(UPDATED October 18, 2026 01:22 UTC)

A nursery owner in China has been sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty of poisoning hundreds of children. Along with the owner, five staff members were implicated for using inedible paint to enhance the appearance of meals served to the children. The identities of the nursery owner and the staff members have not been disclosed.