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'Little baby zombies': New Jersey YMCA campers fed magic mushroom-laced edibles
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Josie Fischels , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - All News
· July 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway It is known that the counselor's observation of the candy being handed out was followed by complaints of sickness among the campers.
An incident occurred at a New Jersey YMCA camp where campers were given edibles laced with magic mushrooms. The situation came to light when a counselor saw a camper distributing candy to others. Soon after, some kids started reporting that they felt unwell.
It is known that the counselor's observation of the candy being handed out was followed by complaints of sickness among the campers. Further details about the incident can be found through the source, KXAN, as the available information is limited to these events.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 28, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - All News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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