4 kids hospitalized after taking CBD gummies at Coventry camp
by: Jusolyn Flower
COVENTRY, R.I. (WPRI) — Four children were taken to the hospital after consuming CBD gummies at a summer camp in Coventry.
A Western Coventry fire captain said they were called to Camp Westwood YMCA around 11:30 a.m. Thursday.
The children were between the ages of 12 and 15, according to the fire captain. One of the four kids who took the gummies had brought them to the camp.
The captain said police are working to determine if there is a criminal investigation.
CBD, or cannabidiol, is a derivative of cannabis. While it doesn’t cause a high, it’s commonly used to treat conditions like anxiety and insomnia.
The YMCA of Pawtucket CEO Jeff Merhige told 12 News the camper gave the gummies to several fellow campers in the bathroom since counselors do not accompany them in the stalls.
A counselor did not learn of the incident until after the children came out of the restroom and said they believed they ate gummies with CBD, according to Merhige.
Out of an abundance of caution, Merhige said the camp immediately called Town emergency services, and the affected campers were taken for medical observation.
“We are continuing to monitor this situation, and commend our staff for being proactive in this incident,” Merhige said in a statement.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.