Published Nov 01, 2026Last updated 7 hours ago1 minute readNS RCMP seized a used syringe in Beaver Bank after parents reported finding it in their child’s Halloween candy bag. Article contentA used syringe was found in a child’s Halloween bag after trick-or-treating in Beaver Bank, Nova Scotia RCMP announced in a Sunday morning release.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentAt approximately 8:30 p.m. on Oct. 31, a parent reported finding a syringe in their child’s trick-or-treating bag. The RCMP responded and determined that the syringe did not have a cap and was used.Article contentArticle contentOfficers believe that the syringe came from O’Leary Drive and are continuing to investigate the neighbourhood.Article contentArticle contentNo one was hurt in the incident, but officers did advise the parents to dispose of all the candy in the bag.Article content“Out of an abundance of caution, officers recommend that no treats collected in this bag be consumed,” wrote the RCMP.Article contentOther parents in the province are urged to be careful and to check their children’s trick-or-treating bags and candy.Article content“Nova Scotia RCMP ask adults to be cautious in checking children’s treats after trick-or-treating and report any suspicious items or activity to police,” wrote the RCMP.Article contentRCMP seized the used syringe, and the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment at 902-490-5020 or Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.Article content
Nova Scotia police warn residents to be cautious after used syringe found in Halloween candy bag
