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State police investigate food tampering in Lower Macungie

The Pennsylvania State Police Troop M Fogelsville Criminal Investigation Unit is currently investigating incidents of food tampering at the Giant in Lower Macungie Township.

“On April 19, troopers from PSP Fogelsville were dispatched to the Giant, 7150 Hamilton Blvd., Lower Macungie Township, Lehigh County for the report of food tampering,” according to the Pennsylvania State Police.

“Upon investigation, it was determined an employee had put sewing needles into grocery items, which were purchased and returned by customers.

“Further investigation has revealed the items affected are bagged vegetables and individual Tastykake packaging.

In an updated news release dated April 21, investigators added the following products: King Hawaiian Bread Rolls and StarKist Light Tuna Large pouch (pouches larger than 2.6 oz).

Troopers are recommending customers who have purchased grocery items from this store between April 13 and April 19 to check the purchased items for any tampering.

Investigators also added the following in the April 21 news release: “customers who used a Giant rewards card that is on file have been contacted if an item they purchased was possibly affected.”

A juvenile suspect has been identified and charges are forthcoming according to state police.

Anyone who may have information in regard to this incident is asked to contact the Pennsylvania State Police Fogelsville Criminal Investigation Unit at 610-395-1438.

For more information on the Pennsylvania State Police, visit www.psp.pa.gov.