Uncovering The Scariest News! 10 of the Creepiest Things People Have Done to Kids’ Halloween Candy

Halloween may be a time for fun, but it can also come with some scary tales. Every year, there are stories of people doing creepy things to kids’ Halloween candy. From tampering with candy to stealing treats, it seems that some adults just don’t understand the importance of this holiday for children.

In this article, we’re going to explore some of the creepiest things people have done to kids’ Halloween candy. We’ll also discuss what parents can do to keep their children safe while trick-or-treating. Read on to uncover the scariest news.

1. Tampering With Candy: One of the most infamous cases of tampering with Halloween candy happened in 1974, when Ronald Clark O’Bryan poisoned his son’s Pixy Stix with cyanide. He did this so he could collect on a $50,000 life insurance policy. Sadly, his son died and O’Bryan was convicted of murder and received the death penalty. This case remains one of the most well-known examples of tampering with Halloween candy.

2. Stealing Candy: Unfortunately, not everyone is a fan of Halloween. Some people have been known to steal kids’ Halloween candy as a way to “put an end” to the holiday. In 2018, two men were arrested for taking candy from trick-or-treaters in South Carolina. Fortunately, no one was hurt, but it did make a lot of parents scared for their children’s safety.

3. Adding Drugs To Candy: There have been reports of people putting drugs into kids’ Halloween candy in an attempt to poison them. In 2017, police in Ohio found methamphetamine in a child’s stash of candy. Thankfully, the child was unharmed, but it’s still a terrifying thought.

4. Switching Candy For Money: Though uncommon, some people have been known to switch out candy for money. Earlier this year, a man in Oregon was caught swapping trick-or-treaters’ candy for cash. It’s unclear why he did this, but it’s certainly a disturbing act.

5. Sabotaging Costumes: Kids love creating costumes for Halloween and many parents go to great lengths to help create the perfect look. However, some people have been known to sabotage others’ costumes by replacing pieces or adding inappropriate items. In 2018, a man in Florida was arrested after he added a sex toy to a woman’s costume.

6. Putting Glass In Candy: Rumors of people putting glass into candy have circulated since the 1950s, but thankfully, no actual cases have been confirmed. Still, this doesn’t stop parents from being wary of every piece of candy their children bring home.

7. Lacing Candy With Insects: Pranksters have been known to lace candy with insects to scare unsuspecting trick-or-treaters. In 2019, a man in Missouri put worms into several pieces of candy. Luckily, no one was harmed, but it’s a frightening reminder to always check candy for signs of tampering.

8. Setting Off Fireworks Near Trick-or-Treaters: Some pranksters take things too far by setting off fireworks near trick-or-treaters. In 2016, a group of teens set off fireworks near a group of kids, startling them and causing minor injuries.

9. Taking Pictures Of Costumed Children: Parents should always be aware of people taking pictures of their children while they’re trick-or-treating. In 2017, a woman in Utah was arrested for secretly taking pictures of costumed children and posting them online.

10. Pretending To Be A Ghost To Scare Children: Though most people who dress up in costumes during Halloween are harmless, some take things too far by pretending to be ghosts to scare small children. In 2015, a woman was arrested for dressing up as a ghost in an attempt to terrorize children.

It’s obvious that, though Halloween should be a fun and safe experience for children, there are unfortunately still people who will try to ruin the holiday for them. As such, parents should always stay vigilant and watch over their children while they’re out trick-or-treating. With careful monitoring and healthy skepticism, kids can still enjoy their Halloween experience without having to worry about creepy people.