Pennsylvania State Police to look into incident involving insulin, glass contaminating shaved ice at school event
By Caitlyn Scott
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FAIRCHANCE, Pennsylvania (WTAE) — A Fayette County school provided an update after warning parents shaved ice handed out during a trunk or treat event may have been contaminated with insulin and broken glass.
Albert Gallatin Area School District Superintendent Christopher Pegg said there appears to be no serious injuries or illnesses following Wednesday’s incident.
“We are thankful for our community and staff members who helped spread the word rapidly so parents would be able to have their child/children checked by medical professional if they were experiencing any adverse effects from consuming shaved ice,” Pegg said in the letter.
The school said the incident has been referred to Pennsylvania State Police who will determine whether charges will be filed.
Pegg originally issued a statement Wednesday saying children and parents who attended “Trunk or Treat” at A.L. Wilson Elementary School on Wednesday evening may have been affected.
“If you or your children consumed any shaved ice and are experiencing any adverse effects, please seek immediate medical attention,” Pegg said in the statement.
It is unclear how the shaved ice was contaminated.
Pittsburgh’s Action News 4 is working to learn more and will provide updates when available.
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