Local News

Needle found inside Halloween candy

Published

6 years ago

November 1, 2017

Drew Kelly

Police say call if you find foreign object in Halloween candy

The city of Arcadia is on alert after police say a young boy found sewing needles inside two different pieces of candy.

The incident happened during trick or treat hours yesterday.

The boy was about to eat a Kit Kat bar and broke into it when he noticed something shiny. It was brought to a family member who manipulated the candy before they discovered the needle.

Another was later found in a piece of chewy taffy candy.

Chief Diana Anderson says they currently haven’t pinpointed what street or area the candy came from.

She recommends breaking the candy in half before giving it to your child, or simply throwing it away.

Anderson urges calling Trempealeau county or Arcadia police at 715-538-4351 for additional finds of foreign objects in candy.

Related Topics:arcadia halloween halloween candy

Drew Kelly

Born in Decorah Iowa. I've been a news reporter for the last 10 years, starting right out of college in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Other professional opportunities led me to Marshalltown, Iowa and Antigo Wisconsin, before I finally was afforded the opportunity here in La Crosse. I've been here since 2016. I also act as the voice of local sports, doing play by play of high school and college football and basketball. When not working I enjoy golfing.