Ireland Case No. 22180Negligence (children hospitalised after consuming cannabis-infused edibles) · Co. Dublin · 26 Feb 2023
Children hospitalised in Dublin after consuming cannabis-infused edibles
A number of children were hospitalised after consuming cannabis-infused edibles at a residence in west Dublin on 26 February 2023. Gardaí are investigating and a small quantity of the product, marketed as 'Runtz' sweets, has been seized for analysis by Forensic Science Ireland.
- Reported27 Feb
- Arrested
- Charged
- In court
- Verdict
- Sentenced
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Key facts
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- whatA number of children in Dublin were hospitalised after consuming products advertised as cannabis-infused edibles. (rte.ie)
- whereThe incident occurred at a residence in west Dublin. (rte.ie)
- whenThe incident took place on 26 February 2023. (rte.ie)
- investigationA small quantity of the product, marketed as 'Runtz' sweets, was seized and is being analysed by Forensic Science Ireland. (rte.ie)
- investigationGardaí are investigating the incident. (rte.ie)
- otherThe children's conditions are not life-threatening. (rte.ie)
- otherThe HSE recently issued a warning that products advertised as containing THC often contain a synthetic substance instead. (rte.ie)
- otherThe HSE said signs of concern from exposure to synthetic cannabinoids in edibles include dizziness, difficulty breathing, nausea and sudden loss of consciousness. (rte.ie)
The reporting
newest first- 27 Feb2023Children hospitalised in Dublin after consuming edibles
First report of the incident; Gardaí investigating, product seized for forensic analysis, HSE warning about synthetic cannabinoids noted.
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