Eugene Police Investigate Reports of Needles in Halloween Candy
Eugene Police are investigating an incident where needles were reportedly found in Halloween candy in the Hendricks Park area.
Eugene, OR, November 13, 2026 —
Eugene Police Department has launched an investigation into reports of foreign objects, specifically needles, being discovered within Halloween candy. The alleged incidents occurred in the vicinity of Hendricks Park.
Details regarding the specific date and time of the discoveries, as well as the exact number of affected candies or the type of candy involved, were not immediately available. The specific block or area within Hendricks Park where the candy was distributed or found was also not detailed in the initial reports.
Authorities are actively gathering information and reviewing the circumstances surrounding these reports. The Eugene Police Department has not released further information regarding potential suspects, the origin of the contaminated candy, or any specific warnings or advisories at this time.
The investigation is ongoing, and the police are urging anyone with information related to this matter to come forward. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.
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