The Winnipeg Police Service continues to receive reports of tampered candy products collected during Halloween.
The Major Crimes Unit has assumed control of the investigation regarding eight incidents reported to police from various neighbourhoods in the city. The incidents involve tampered chocolate bars containing various sharp foreign objects, which if had been ingested, could have potentially caused injury to a child or adult. No injuries were reported resulting from the reported incidents.
We continue to encourage parents and guardians to carefully inspect collected chocolate bars, soft candy, fruits, and baked goods for any presence of any potentially harmful objects. Check for open or resealed items (taped or glued seams), or cut and visually inspect candy or food items. Parents have also located foreign metal objects using a strong magnet.
If any signs of tampering are present, or a foreign object is located, photograph and place the item in a sealed bag and report the incident to police.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Major Crimes Unit at 204-986-6219, the Winnipeg Police Service Crime Tip Line at 204-986-6178, or submit a report using the WPS non-emergency line 204-986-6222. If you require immediate police assistance, call 911.
