South African Students Hospitalized After Eating Laced Muffins

Some 90 primary school students are hospitalized after eating muffins suspected to be laced with cannabis in South Africa.

The incident, which took place in Soshanguve township, north of Pretoria, came to the attention of the authorities after students displayed symptoms of nausea, stomach cramps, and vomiting.

Gauteng Education Member of the Executive Council (MEC) Matome Chiloane expressed concern and assured that investigations were ongoing.

He calls for patience from parents while investigations are underway and implores students to be vigilant of what they purchase and consume, and cautious of who they purchase food from. Wishing all affected students a fast recovery.

The students, aged between six and 14, are alleged to have bought the laced muffins from a street vendor on their way to school. Teachers witnessed strange behavior from the students in class and immediately called emergency services for support.

Police were also called to further investigate and identify the suspected vendor.

BBC