Child injured by needle in squishy toy prompts consumer safety probe

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 3 Oct, 19:30 · Archive

A child was taken to accident and emergency after being stabbed with a syringe included in a squishy toy, prompting consumer protection officials to investigate the products.

The sensory toys are sold online and frequently promoted on social media as 'fidget' products intended to help children relax or concentrate. They are supplied with medical-grade syringes that allow users to pump air into the toys, alter their texture or create bubbles that can then be burst. Officials have raised concerns about the risks posed by the needles.

How it is being reported

• Child rushed to A&E after being stabbed with syringe that came in ‘squishy’ toyMetro · 3 Oct, 19:16
• Parents issued urgent warning over 'squishy' toys being sold with medical-grade needlesGB News · 3 Oct, 16:01

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