Crime & Safety

Contaminated Candy Warning Issued By Maricopa County Sheriff

A contaminated candy warning was issued Thursday by the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. Parents should check kids' candy for this one.

This candy appears contaminated and should not be eaten, the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office warns.
This candy appears contaminated and should not be eaten, the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office warns. (Maricopa County Sheriff's Office)

PHOENIX, AZ — The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Thursday night issued a warning to parents about a Halloween candy that appears contaminated. The candy was reported by more than one individual in the west valley district, but the Sheriff's Office said all parents and caregivers should be diligent in checking all candy, no matter where it was from.

Any suspicious candy should be reported to local law enforcement, the MCSO said.

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