Needle found in Halloween chocolate in Northern Ireland

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 3 Nov, 14:34 · Archive

A sewing needle was found inside a wrapped chocolate bar in Co Down.

A sewing needle was discovered inside a wrapped chocolate bar in the Rathfriland area of Co Down. The Police Service of Northern Ireland received a report on Tuesday, 3 November, and confirmed that no injuries have been reported at this time.

Officers are urging the public to be cautious and to inspect all Halloween treats before consumption, whether wrapped or unwrapped. The PSNI has advised people to look for any unusual tears, pinholes or broken seals that might indicate package tampering.

Anyone who finds anything suspicious or signs of contamination is advised to avoid handling the item further and to contact police immediately.

How it is being reported

• PSNI Halloween treat warning as chocolate bar containing sewing needle foundOfficers are urging the public to inspect all treats before consumptionBelfast Live · 3 Nov, 13:59
• Needle found in child’s Halloween chocolate sparks police warningBelfast Telegraph · 3 Nov, 13:51

In this story: Co Down · Rathfriland · Police Service of Northern Ireland

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