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Six Chicago-area middle schoolers hospitalised after consuming THC gummies
Round Lake Middle School officials stated the affected students are currently stable
Six students at a Chicago-area middle school were hospitalised on Wednesday after reportedly consuming THC-infused gummies.
The incident took place at Round Lake Middle School, where school district officials and local law enforcement confirmed that the affected children "required medical intervention."
Emergency responders were called to the scene, and all six students were subsequently transported to nearby hospitals for treatment and observation.
Following the event, school officials released a statement confirming that all the children involved are currently in stable condition.
The Round Lake Heights Police Department has launched a formal investigation to determine how the students obtained the cannabis-infused products and how they were brought onto school grounds.
While specific details regarding the students' ages or the exact dosage consumed have not been released, authorities are working closely with the school administration to ensure the safety of the student body.
This incident has sparked renewed concern regarding the accessibility of THC products to minors in the Chicago suburbs.
Round Lake Area Schools District 116 emphasised that they are prioritising the well-being of the students involved while cooperating fully with investigators.
Local media outlets, including CBS News and ABC 7 Chicago, reported that the school remained in operation following the medical emergency, though parents have been encouraged to discuss the dangers of unregulated edibles with their children as the investigation continues.
