Austrian police arrest suspect in connection to rat poison in baby food jars
Summary
A 39-year-old person was arrested in eastern Austria after rat poison was found in some HiPP baby food jars sold in Austria, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic. The baby food was recalled as a safety measure, and police are investigating the case as a possible intentional threat to public safety.Key Facts
- Rat poison was discovered in baby food jars made by HiPP.
- The jars contained baby food with carrots and potatoes for infants about 5 months old.
- Poisoned jars were sold in SPAR supermarkets in Austria and also removed from stores in Slovakia and the Czech Republic.
- Five tampered jars were found before anyone ate the food.
- Police launched an investigation into possible intentional harm to the public.
- The suspect, aged 39, was arrested and is currently being questioned.
- HiPP said the jars were perfect when they left the factory and said it is a victim of extortion.
- HiPP received a message from a blackmailer, which led the company to notify the police immediately.
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