Popular baby food brand hit by rat poison scare, suspect in custody
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Key Points:
- A 39-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with jars of HiPP baby food contaminated with rat poison in Austria, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic, following an investigation that began after a poisoned jar was found in Eisenstadt, Austria.
- Five tainted jars were removed from shelves before consumption, but authorities believe at least one more contaminated product may still be in circulation.
- HiPP, a Germany-based organic baby food company, recalled all its baby food jars from SPAR supermarkets in Austria, and retailers in Slovakia and the Czech Republic pulled the brand from shelves.
- The case also involves attempted extortion, with the blackmailer sending a message to a shared mailbox, which HiPP promptly reported to the police.
- HiPP advises consumers to check for damaged lids or unusual odors and avoid using any products showing irregularities as the investigation continues.
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