ATLANTA _ A Georgia Bureau of Investigation lab test found THC in a food sample from Sandtown Middle School, where 28 students were sent to local hospitals last week after eating Valentine's Day treats.
The state agency announced Thursday that its crime lab had received 46 items of food for testing from the Fulton County Schools Police Department, which is investigating what made the students sick. "Test results of one of the items that has the appearance of cereal has revealed the presence of THC," the GBI said in a statement.
A Fulton school police incident report indicated that some of the sickened students had eaten Rice Krispy treats and heart-shaped lollipops, among other snacks.
THC is a mind-altering chemical found in marijuana.
The GBI said it is continuing to do a "complete analysis" of all the items, which it called "a priority."
Fulton County Schools said in a statement released Thursday that the student code of conduct prohibits possession of unauthorized intoxicants. The school district's police department will determine if criminal charges will be filed.
"We will investigate this thoroughly and will see this through to the fullest extent possible," said Shannon Flounnory, executive director of the district's safety and security division.
