NSW wellness guru charged over man’s death during ayahuasca and frog toxin ceremony
Soulore Solaris charged with manslaughter of Jarrad Antonovich, who died of a perforated oesophagus after taking psychedelicFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA man has been charged with manslaughter more than four years after his spiritual retreat client died after consuming psychedelics and a frog toxin.Soulore Solaris, 52, was arrested and charged on Tuesday morning over the 2021 death of a man at the Arcoora retreat he ran in Collins Creek, about 60km from Byron Bay in northern New South Wales. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Man charged with manslaughter following death during ceremonial ritual at Dreaming Arts Festival
A 52-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter in connection with the tragic death of Jarrad Antonovich, who passed away during a ceremonial ritual at the Dreaming Arts Festival. This festival, known for its focus on Indigenous and spiritual practices, featured the use of ayahuasca, a South American hallucinogenic brew, and kambo, a secretion from the skin of the giant monkey frog. The incident highlights the complex intersection of cultural practices and health safety. The charge stems from an incident in which Mr. Antonovich, aged 46, suffered a severe medical emergency resulting in a perforated oesophagus. This condition was determined... [Continue Reading]
