Kentucky Police Issue Halloween Warning After Needles Found Hidden in Children’s Candy

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — Halloween took a dangerous turn for several Kentucky families this week after needles were discovered inside children’s candy, prompting statewide safety warnings from police.

The Glasgow Police Department first raised the alarm after receiving photos of tampered candy, including a broken chocolate bar with a needle lodged inside. The department shared the images on social media and urged parents to inspect all candy collected during trick-or-treating.

Multiple Reports Across Kentucky Counties

The concern quickly spread beyond Glasgow. The Madison County Sheriff’s Department confirmed two separate incidents of tampered Halloween candy — both involving needles hidden inside sweets given out to children.

The first case was reported on Friday, Oct. 31, after trick-or-treating in the Highway 1016 area near Berea, where deputies recovered two needles. That investigation remains ongoing.

The second incident came from a family in Richmond, who reported finding a needle inside an Almond Joy bar while checking their children’s candy the following morning. The family had been trick-or-treating in the Boone Way, Derby Chase, and Saratoga Circle neighborhoods.

“We’re asking all parents to thoroughly inspect every piece of candy before allowing children to eat it,” officials said in a public safety advisory.

Police Urge Vigilance and Community Awareness

Authorities across Kentucky are reminding families to stay alert during the Halloween season and to report any suspicious or tampered items immediately. Both Glasgow Police and Madison County deputies are treating these cases seriously and working to determine whether the incidents are isolated or connected.

No injuries have been reported, but investigators warn that even a small sewing needle can cause serious harm if ingested.

Parents Advised to Check All Candy

Officials recommend that parents:

• Discard any unsealed or damaged packaging.
• Check candy under bright light or gently break open chocolate bars.
• Report any suspicious items to local law enforcement.

While most Halloween events across Kentucky went smoothly, police say these rare but serious incidents highlight the importance of candy inspection before consumption.

Authorities continue to investigate the origins of the tampered candy as both Glasgow and Madison County police departments increase patrols and public outreach.

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