Public Safety · Columbus, WI
Family Reports Needle Found in Halloween Candy in Columbus, Wis.
The Lanzhammer family reported finding a needle inside a Snickers bar after trick-or-treating in Columbus, Wisconsin, on Saturday night. The family said they tested their son's treats with a magnet upon returning home and discovered the needle when they opened the candy. Columbus Police Department confirmed receiving the report and stated no other similar incidents had been reported. Police advised residents to inspect candy from unknown sources and dispose of any tampered items.