Introduction to the Incident
The person believed to be responsible for selling THC gummies that sickened a dozen Long Island middle schoolers in March has been arrested, according to police.
Suffolk County Police did not release the identity of the person in custody, but did confirm Tuesday that an arrest was made. No further information regarding the suspect was released, though police said more information would be coming.
The Incident at William Floyd Middle School
The arrest stems from a March 3 incident at William Floyd Middle School on Moriches Middle Island Road, when 12 students — ages 14 and 14 — had fallen ill after eating the marijuana gummies. All but one of the children were taken to hospitals for evaluation as a precaution; one child was released to a parent.
It was not clear if all the students at the Moriches school were aware of what they were ingesting at the time.
Investigation and Arrest
School officials said it appeared one student had doled out the edibles to the other dozen, though police did not share information on the initial source of the drugs.
The police have been investigating the incident since it occurred and have now made an arrest, but the details of the suspect and the circumstances surrounding the sale of the THC gummies are not yet fully disclosed.
Conclusion
The arrest of the person responsible for selling THC gummies to Long Island middle schoolers is a significant step in addressing the incident. The safety and well-being of the students are of utmost importance, and the community will be watching for further developments in the case.
FAQs
- Q: How many students were affected by the THC gummies?
A: 12 students, all 14 years old, were sickened after eating the marijuana gummies. - Q: Were the students aware of what they were ingesting?
A: It was not clear if all the students knew what they were eating. - Q: What happened to the students after they fell ill?
A: All but one of the children were taken to hospitals for evaluation as a precaution; one child was released to a parent. - Q: Has the person responsible been arrested?
A: Yes, an arrest has been made, but the identity of the suspect has not been released. - Q: What is the status of the investigation?
A: The police have made an arrest and are expected to release more information soon.
