BPS Advising Community to Check Halloween Candy
November 4, 2026
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Officers with the Brantford Police Service are investigating a report of finishing nails found inside Halloween chocolate bars and are reminding parents and caregivers to thoroughly check their children’s Halloween candy.
On November 1, 2026, a report was received from a residence located in the area of St. Paul Avenue and Grand River Avenue after a parent reported finding finishing nails in their child’s Halloween candy.
The affected chocolate bars included Mars and Twix.
Police believe the candy may have been collected in the Holmedale area of Brantford and are advising parents and caregivers to inspect all Halloween candy before consuming. If you find anything suspicious, do not consume or discard it. Keep the candy and packaging and contact the Brantford police at 519-756-7050.
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