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B.C. Police Investigate Needles Reported in Children’s Halloween Candy in Prince George and Delta

Investigators report no injuries, urging parents to re-check treats via non-emergency lines.

Overview

  • Prince George RCMP received multiple reports from families near Bittner Road West and Bachinski Crescent of sewing needles or pins found in mini chocolate bars and bagged gummy candy.
  • Delta police are investigating after a parent reported a sewing needle protruding from a candy bar following trick-or-treating around 75th Avenue, 113th to 118th Street, and 74B Avenue.
  • No injuries have been reported in connection with the incidents in either community.
  • Delta police released a photo showing the candy bar that reportedly contained a sewing needle.
  • Parents are asked to examine children’s candy again and report suspected tampering through police non-emergency lines as investigations continue.