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Tesco Shoppers Report 'Rancid' In‑Date Turkeys on Christmas Day

News outlets report multiple complaints, with no public response from Tesco.

Overview

  • Customers described opening turkeys that allegedly smelled rancid despite packaging showing use-by dates still valid.
  • Posts on X featured photos and accounts of discoloured or greening meat from shoppers in the UK.
  • Named complainants included Beth Mahoney, who said the odour made her feel ill, and users @GR4BRO, @Westy_26 and @pearsecassidy.
  • Several families said they binned the birds, leaned on backup meals and felt their holiday plans were spoiled.
  • Reporters said Tesco had been asked for comment, and no independent verification or retailer statement was published in the articles.