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Blade found in Cochrane Halloween candy: OPP

Police remind parents to check their child's candy haul
2024-11-01-opphalloween-sup
James Bay OPP say a mini chocolate bar in Cochrane was tampered with and contained blade.

COCHRANE - Police are reminding parents to inspect their children's candy after a blade was reportedly found in a mini chocolate bar. 

James Bay OPP issued a warning after receiving the report about a mini chocolate bar being tampered with and containing a blade. It was found after trick-or-treating in Cochrane on a route extending from Victoria Avenue to 12th Avenue. 

"The source of the chocolate bar is currently unknown," said police in a news release. 

Police are reminding parents and guardians to thoroughly inspect their children's Halloween candy for:

  • Tears, holes, or other irregularities in candy wrappers
  • Signs of re-sealing or unusual packaging
  • Any items that appear suspicious, even if unopened

If anyone finds candy that appears to be tampered with, they are urged to call OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, call CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477.