A 10-year-old girl in Lünebach discovered a 5cm needle embedded in a chocolate bar collected during Halloween festivities, prompting police warnings across Germany.

On November 2, 2026, the Prüm Police Department received a disturbing report involving Halloween candy. A 10-year-old girl from Lünebach, who had been collecting sweets with her friend on October 31, discovered a 5cm-long needle embedded in a chocolate bar she attempted to eat. Fortunately, the foreign object was noticed before ingestion, and no injuries occurred.

This incident is not isolated, as similar cases have been reported in multiple federal states across Germany. Authorities are urging the public to exercise caution and thoroughly inspect Halloween candy for signs of tampering, such as puncture marks or foreign objects, to prevent potential harm.

The perpetrator responsible for this act remains unidentified. Police are actively investigating the matter and have called on witnesses or individuals with relevant information to come forward. Anyone affected or with knowledge of the incident is encouraged to contact the Prüm Police Department at 06551-942-0 or via email at pipruem@polizei.rlp.de.