Drug-Laced Gummy Treats Alarm Johns Creek Police

JOHNS CREEK, Ga. — Gummy worms and gummy rings seized recently has Johns Creek Police issuing a community-wide warning for parents.

The treats look like gummy candy that most kids would take without a second thought, said Capt. Chris Byers in a Facebook video.

"But, these are very potently laced with THC, which is the active ingredient in marijuana," he said.

Investigators are warning parents that kids shouldn't be eating candy that doesn't come directly from the package or from someone they trust.

"They look identical to what you can purchase in the store and what kids might have," Byers said.

Packaging for the drug-laced candy appears appeared to be small white envelopes. The odor was also noticeable to investigators.