Pot-Laced Cookie at Nonnewaug Results in Arrest of 4 People

An 18-year-old Nonnewaug High School student reportedly ate a cookie laced with pot on Friday, Oct. 23. According to WTNH, the student began having an undisclosed reaction and was transported to Waterbury Hospital.

During the investigation, police discovered the following:

• The student paid $20 for the cookie

• She gave the money to one 17-year-old student, who then delivered the money to another 17-year-old student

• The student who allegedly sold the cookie was found at 25 Park Lane in Woodbury

• A search warrant was applied for and received

• Police discovered more than two pounds of marijuana, assorted drug paraphernalia, two explosive devices and 44 firearms, among other items

Arrests Made

Ronald Hoyt, 49, of 25 Park Lane, was arrested on the following charges:

• Possession of marijuana
• Possession of drug paraphernalia
• Illegal possession of explosives (2 counts)
• Possession with intent to sell

Three 17-year-olds were also arrested on assorted drug charges.

The Danger of Edible Marijuana

According to The Recovery Village, there are at least three frightening side effects one may experience when eating pot edibles:

• Overdose
• Addiction
• Self-harm or harm to others

Two deaths linked to pot cookies and candy provide examples of the dangers. In 2014, one man jumped off a balcony and died, while another man shot and killed his wife, USA Today reported.

The investigation is ongoing. Click here to read the full report from WTNH.

(Stock photo of marijuana-infused candy by Kid Stradivarius, via flickr creative commons)