PERRY TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WOIO) - Police in Stark County issued a safety alert Tuesday regarding Halloween candy and marijuana.

Perry Township police shared a photo of what looks like Nerds candy, but actually contains THC, the psychoactive chemical in marijuana.

With Halloween right around the corner, police are asking parents to make sure you double check candy and snacks before letting kids eat them.

Also, watch for packaging that doesn’t look quite right.

If you get something suspicious, contact your local police department.

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