A Drummondville mother says her stepson was hospitalized after eating a chocolate bar containing cannabis he received while trick-or-treating on Halloween.
Rebeka Lefebvre, the boy’s stepmother, took to social media to warn parents in the area.
“I am begging you, parents of Drummondville, Saint-Germain, and the surrounding areas: check your children’s candy,” Lefebvre wrote. “Even the ones that are wrapped and appear untouched. Never assume something is safe just because it looks normal.”
Screenshot of Rebeka Lefebvre Facebook post warning parents in Drummondville to check their children’s candy after her 4-year-old stepson ingested cannabis-infused Halloween chocolate. (Courtesy: Rebeka Lefebvre/Facebook)
Screenshot of Rebeka Lefebvre Facebook post warning parents in Drummondville to check their children’s candy after her 4-year-old stepson ingested cannabis-infused Halloween chocolate. (Courtesy: Rebeka Lefebvre/Facebook)
Lefebvre says her stepson ate a KitKat chocolate bar that appeared perfectly normal and sealed. Shortly afterward, he began experiencing symptoms, including extreme drowsiness and an elevated heart rate.
The child has since returned home and is out of danger.
“Behind every piece of candy is a child,” Lefebvre wrote. “Behind every child is a family who loves them and should never have to fear losing them because of a treat.”
The Sûreté du Québec (SQ) confirmed to CityNews that an investigation into the incident has been opened.
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