British Columbia families are facing a chilling post-Halloween discovery as police in two separate cities investigate reports of sewing needles found in candy collected during trick-or-treating.
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police have launched investigations in both Prince George and Delta after receiving alarming reports from parents who discovered sharp objects hidden within their children's Halloween loot.
Prince George Incident
In Prince George, RCMP responded to a complaint on Halloween night after a parent discovered a sewing needle concealed within a chocolate bar. The tampered treat was found in candy collected in the Hart Highlands area, sending shockwaves through the northern community.
Police have seized the evidence and are conducting a thorough investigation, though they note the challenging nature of such cases given the anonymous nature of Halloween candy distribution.
Delta Discovery
Meanwhile, in Delta, police confirmed another disturbing find in the Sunstone area of Tsawwassen. A needle was discovered embedded in a chocolate bar, prompting immediate concern among local residents.
The Delta Police Department has collected the contaminated candy and is working to determine the origin of the dangerous treat.
Community Safety Alert
Both police forces are urging parents across British Columbia to exercise extreme caution and thoroughly inspect all Halloween candy before allowing children to consume it. Authorities recommend:
- Carefully examining all treats for tampering
- Looking for small pinholes or tears in packaging
- Discarding any homemade treats from unknown sources
- When in doubt, throw it out
While such incidents remain rare, the simultaneous discoveries in two geographically distant cities have raised concerns about copycat behavior or coordinated malicious activity.
Police in both jurisdictions are appealing to the public for any information that might help identify those responsible for these dangerous acts. Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact their local RCMP detachment immediately.
