Methamphetamine-Laced Candies Distributed by Charity in New Zealand

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Charity in Auckland, New Zealand unknowingly distributes candies filled with potentially lethal doses of methamphetamine in food parcels donated by a member of the public. Three people hospitalized but later discharged. Authorities suspect it was an importation scheme gone awry.

Key Points

  • Charity distributed candies filled with methamphetamine unknowingly
  • Three people hospitalized after consuming the candies
  • Authorities suspect it was likely an importation scheme gone wrong