Former employee admits to putting needles into items at Giant store in Lehigh County

Police say a total of 11 needles were placed into merchandise.
Friday, June 2, 2023
LOWER MACUNGIE TWP., Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- The worker accused of putting sewing needles into various groceries at a Lehigh Valley Giant store admitted to the allegations, officials said.

The juvenile employee was charged in April with reckless endangerment and criminal mischief.
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Police say a total of 11 needles were placed into merchandise, including bagged vegetables, Tastykakes, pouches of tuna and bread rolls purchased at the store.

No injuries were reported.
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The incidents happened at the Giant at 7150 Hamilton Boulevard in Lower Macungie Township.

Officials say the case is now being handled by a juvenile court.
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