In a concerning incident at Bunche Park Elementary School in Miami Gardens, a 9-year-old girl was taken to hospital after unknowingly consuming marijuana edibles that resembled popular candy.
The incident has raised questions about the safety of school environments and the accessibility of such substances to young students.
Reports are that the student ingested what she believed to be Airheads candy during her school day.
However, the seemingly innocent treat turned out to be a marijuana-infused edible known as “Gas Heads.”
Several of her classmates also unknowingly consumed these edibles.
Unusual symptoms and concerned father
After consuming the edibles, the girl and other students began experiencing a significant decrease in their energy levels throughout the school day.
Some even had to visit the nurse’s office due to the unusual symptoms.
Reports are that the girl’s father noticed a stark change in his daughter’s behavior when he picked her up from school.
She seemed disoriented and unable to recall basic information, such as her birthday.
A startling discovery
Reports are that the child revealed the source of her unusual candy to her father, showing him the Gas Heads edible.
Upon closer inspection, it became apparent that the packaging of Gas Heads closely resembled the popular sour candy “Airheads Xtreme.”
It featured subtle differences, such as a small marijuana leaf at the bottom of the wrapper and THC dosage information.
Medical intervention and recovery
Concerned for his daughter’s well-being, the man brought her to urgent care. Tests revealed the presence of cannabis in her system, leading to treatment with IV fluids.
Demanding answers
The child’s family, while thankful for her recovery, is demanding answers regarding how such edibles ended up in the hands of students.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers that can arise from the accessibility of these substances to young individuals.
the safety of edible products circulating among young people.
School District statement
Miami-Dade Public Schools responded to the incident at Bunche Park Elementary by initiating an investigation.
They emphasized the importance of student well-being and safety as their utmost priority.
Similar incident in Lauderdale lakes
In a recent incident in Lauderdale Lakes, a 12-year-old student also fell ill after unknowingly consuming a marijuana edible.
The edible in question closely resembled regular candy, making it difficult for students to discern its true nature.
These incidents highlight the need for increased awareness and vigilance regarding the safety of edible products circulating among young people.
