THC-Laced Pizzas Send Stoughton Diners to Hospital: Famous Yeti’s Pizza Under Investigation
October 26, 2024A 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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The Guardian • Oct 25, 2024
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