UPDATE from police on dodgy chocolate in Mansfield
People are being told not to eat it and contact the police
Nottinghamshire Police has received reports of people feeling unwell having consumed chocolate purchased from a stall in Mansfield Market.
The chocolate was purchased on Saturday 25th November 2023 and wrapped in the golden packaging pictured.
Anyone who bought any of this chocolate and recognises the packaging in this image is asked not to consume this chocolate, but to contact Nottinghamshire Police immediately by calling 101.
If you have consumed any already and are feeling unwell, please contact NHS 111 by phoning 111, or attend your GP, or your local Emergency Department.
No evidence they're laced with drugs
Detective Inspector Luke Todd, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “We are aware of reports circulating online of people unknowingly purchasing chocolate laced with drugs from the Mansfield area over the weekend.
“At this stage, there is no evidence to support these rumours.
“An investigation is currently ongoing to establish the circumstances behind people feeling unwell after consuming this chocolate.
“This incident has been referred to the Food Standards Agency, who will provide a further update in due course.
“Please rest assured that we take all incidents of public safety extremely seriously and will always investigate any reports we receive of this nature.