MORICHES, NY – On Monday morning, approximately a dozen students at William Floyd Middle School in Moriches, Long Island, became ill after consuming marijuana-infused gummies provided by a fellow student. The affected students, aged 13 and 14, exhibited symptoms that prompted the school to contact emergency services around 10:10 a.m.
Emergency responders, including Suffolk County Police and local EMTs, arrived promptly. Eleven of the students were transported to local hospitals for evaluation, while one was released to a parent. Specific details regarding their symptoms have not been disclosed.
The incident has raised concerns among parents and the community. One parent expressed disbelief and worry over such occurrences within the school environment.
Authorities have not filed criminal charges, and the school district will handle disciplinary actions internally. The source of the gummies remains under investigation.
The school district expressed gratitude towards first responders for their swift action and conveyed hope for the students’ quick recovery.
This incident highlights the growing concern over the accessibility of THC-infused edibles to minors, especially when such products are packaged in ways that may appeal to children. The delayed onset of effects from edibles can lead to overconsumption, increasing the risk of adverse reactions.
Similar cases have been reported elsewhere, including an incident in Fort Pierce, Florida, where four middle school students were hospitalized after consuming suspected THC gummies.
