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Fentanyl Found in Barbie Doll Packaging!
23 Mar
Summary
- Fentanyl was discovered taped inside the back packaging of Barbie dolls.
- Five tampered Barbie dolls were sold but have all been recovered.
- No injuries were reported, and the investigation is ongoing.
In a concerning incident, a mother in Independence, Missouri, discovered fentanyl concealed within the packaging of a Barbie doll she had purchased. Jade Adams found the dangerous substance taped to the back of the doll's packaging shortly after buying it from a discount store. The powder dispersed into the air when the package was opened, terrifying Adams, who expressed deep concern for children's safety.
Authorities were alerted and confirmed the substance as fentanyl. An investigation revealed that five of these tampered dolls had been sold. Fortunately, all five have been located and recovered, and police confirmed the dolls themselves were not compromised. Officials do not believe other retailers were affected by this specific incident, and the investigation remains active. No injuries have been reported as a result of this alarming discovery.
