5-year-old tests positive for meth; Halloween candy may be to blame

GALION, OH (WCMH/CNN) — Police are investigating if a child was given a Halloween candy laced with methamphetamine.

The 5-year-old trick-or-treater was hospitalized Sunday night, but it’s still unclear if the candy caused the problem.

“(We are) asking people to double-check their children’s candy supply that they receive while trick-or-treating, and if there is anything suspicious, please give us a call,” Police Chief Brian Saterfield said.

It’s a warning police tell parents regularly during this time of year.

According to police, a 5-year-old boy was treated for consuming an illegal substance after trick-or-treating Sunday night in the neighborhood.

“(We) found out the child had tested positive for methamphetamine in his system,” Saterfield said.