Syringe found in Halloween treat bag in Halifax
A warning from Halifax RCMP following a shocking discovery in a Halloween treat bag.
On October 31, officers received reports of a syringe in a child’s bag after trick-or-treating.
RCMP think the syringe may have come from the O’Leary Drive area and are following up.
The syringe did not have a cap and was seized by police.
As a precaution, officers recommended that treats from the bag should not be eaten.
Adults should always check children’s treats after trick-or-treating and report any suspicious items or activity to police.
Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to call RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment at 902-490-5020 or Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).