The FBI is now helping local authorities in the Dominican Republic examine the mysterious deaths of three Americans who were staying at resorts in the island country, an FBI official has confirmed to NPR.
Since news of the deaths has spread, relatives of four additional Americans who died there over the past year have raised concerns.
Although there are similarities in the rash of deaths — most are described as happening suddenly, and several after an alcoholic drink — federal officials have not determined whether there is any connection between any of the deaths.
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