Police investigating report of sewing needle found in Halloween chocolate bar
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, November 3, 2026 1:55 p.m.
Ottawa — The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is investigating a report of a needle found inside a chocolate bar collected during Halloween trick-or-treating.
The incident was reported to police on November 3rd after a parent found the needle in a chocolate bar believed to have been collected in the Prince of Wales and Chinatown areas.
No injuries have been reported.
As a precaution, OPS is encouraging parents and caregivers to carefully inspect their children's Halloween candy before it is consumed.
Check packaging for signs of tampering, including small holes, tears or broken seals.
Anyone who discovers suspicious candy is asked not to consume or discard it. Keep the candy and its packaging and contact police at 613-236-1222, extension 7300.
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