THC-Laced Pizzas Send Stoughton Diners to Hospital: Famous Yeti’s Pizza Under Investigation

October 26, 2024
THC-Laced Pizzas Send Stoughton Diners to Hospital: Famous Yeti’s Pizza Under Investigation
  • A restaurant in Stoughton, Wisconsin, inadvertently served pizza contaminated with THC, leading to several customers requiring medical attention.

  • Dozens of individuals reported feeling ill after consuming the affected pizzas from Famous Yeti's Pizza, prompting health officials to issue warnings.

  • Public Health Madison and Dane County advised anyone who purchased pizza between October 22 and 24 to dispose of it and seek medical help if symptoms arose.

  • Approximately 60 pizzas were contaminated when a cook mistakenly used oil containing Delta-9 THC instead of regular cooking oil.

  • Health officials were alerted after several individuals experienced symptoms similar to those caused by cannabis edibles, leading to an investigation.

  • Cale Ryan, co-owner of Famous Yeti's Pizza, acknowledged the mistake and confirmed that the restaurant is working with local authorities to enhance safety protocols.

  • Five individuals were transported to the hospital after consuming the contaminated pizza, prompting a police response.

  • The ongoing investigation by local health authorities has found no evidence of criminal wrongdoing related to the incident.

  • Symptoms associated with THC consumption include dizziness, increased heart rate, nausea, anxiety, and paranoia.

  • The contamination occurred due to a mix-up in the kitchen, where an employee used THC-infused oil from a shared kitchen without realizing it.

  • The restaurant has committed to destroying all affected products and improving kitchen management to prevent future incidents.

  • Ryan reported receiving feedback from about 20 customers who experienced adverse effects after consuming the THC-laced pizza.

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