MOORHEAD, Minn. — Two people are facing charges after Moorhead Police say a middle school student brought THC edibles to school that were 60 times the legal limit. Authorities say the edibles, which were packaged to look like candy, contained 300 milligrams of THC per serving and 3,000 milligrams per package. Under Minnesota law, legal THC edibles are limited to 5 milligrams per serving and 50 milligrams per package.
According to KSTP, the incident happened May 18 at Horizon Middle School. Police said officers were called to the school around 12:40 p.m. after multiple students became ill from eating “candy” provided by another student.
“This incident is a critical reminder that illegal THC products can be intentionally designed to look like candy or everyday snacks. It is important for parents to stay engaged with their children and stay educated about these products — ask questions, check backpacks, and talk openly about what is safe to consume,” Moorhead Police said in a Facebook post.
During a broader investigation, officers recovered more than 1,900 vape cartridges, THC edibles and wax, psychedelic mushrooms, and more than $73,000 in cash, police said.
The parents of the student who brought the edibles to school are facing charges. Martin Hulst, 40, and Amanda Hulst, 43, are each charged with one count of first-degree controlled substance.
Police said they are working with the Clay County Attorney’s Office to determine whether the student will also face charges.
Medical experts say the potency of the edibles involved poses serious risks. Dr. Jon Cole, medical director of the Minnesota Regional Poison Control Center, told KSTP the amount of THC far exceeds what the body can safely handle.
“300 milligrams of THC is an overdose in almost any person of any age,” Cole said. “Small children can become comatose, stop breathing, and some end up in the ICU on a ventilator with an overdose of that much THC.”
