Be On The Lookout For Drug-Laced Halloween Candy: DEA

ST. LOUIS, MO — The Drug Enforcement Agency in St. Louis is warning parents against lookalike Halloween candies laced with marijuana, methamphetamines or other illicit drugs, KSDK reports. The Midwest has seen a recent surge in the faux candies, officials said, and the agency has notified local law enforcement across the state to be on the lookout.

The candies closely resemble popular candy bars, but often have names that are puns on various types of drugs. They include Munchy Way, Tri-Chrome Crunch, Buddahfinger, KeefKat, Twixed, Rasta Reeses, Puff-A-Mint Pattie, Double Puff Oeo, Stoney Ranchers and 3 Rastateers.

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"Marijuana-laced or Methamphetamine-laced candies can go undetected, but have harmful effects on our children if ingested," an official told KSDK. "Halloween is a time for kids to be kids and have fun with family and friends. We don’t want anyone falling prey to an avoidable tragedy. Please check your candy closely. If you come across any suspicious treats that have unusual wrapping or misspelled candy labels give it to your local police department."

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