Police Investigate Needle Found in Halloween Candy in Bavaria

Authorities are examining whether the needle in a chocolate bar was placed intentionally or resulted from a production error.

A mother in Kirchseeon, Bavaria, discovered a metal needle inside a Halloween candy bar collected by her four-year-old son.
The police are treating the incident as a case of attempted dangerous bodily harm.
Investigators are considering both intentional tampering and a potential manufacturing defect as possible explanations.
The chocolate bar with the needle has been secured for forensic examination.
Parents in the area are urged to inspect Halloween treats for tampering and ensure they are in original packaging.