Hundreds of packages of ‘very deadly’ cannabis edibles resembling the famous ‘Sour Patch Kids’ candies were confiscated by the police.
Officers searched houses in East Sussex on Monday, August 8 and discovered edibles tainted with the Class B Drug and marketed with the brand name “Stoner Patch.” Two males were detained as a result.
More than 150 distinct items were confiscated from locations in Bexhill Road, St. Leonards, and Preston Road, Bexhill, including vast quantities of cannabis treats, over 5kg of cannabis and cannabis resin, and about £5,000 in cash.
More than 150 distinct items were confiscated from locations in Bexhill Road, St. Leonards, and Preston Road, Bexhill, including vast quantities of cannabis treats, over 5kg of cannabis and cannabis resin, and about £5,000 in cash.
Officers responded to the residences in response to community reports of suspected drug-related activities.
Sussex Police are concerned that the ‘very deadly’ edibles are packed in a manner that is ‘especially tempting to children and young people’ and have urged the public to be wary.
Inspector Aidan Cornwall said, “This was a substantial operation in which over 150 distinct items were confiscated after extensive searches at both residences.”
‘This operation also demonstrates our dedication to listening to community concerns and acting on the information we receive. Edible cannabis may be quite hazardous. First, they are often wrapped in brightly-colored and professional-appearing packaging, which not only makes them seem to be real food, but also makes them more enticing to children and young adults.
‘However, these commodities are often made in filthy settings and without quality control, so consumers who consume them have no clue of their potency or of any pollutants they may contain.
The intake of cannabis-infused edibles has been related to a lot of hospitalizations and even fatalities, therefore we are very glad to have seized such a huge amount.