Austria warns of possibly poisoned HiPP baby food found also in Czechia

Austrian police have warned that jars of baby food produced by HiPP may have been tampered with and could contain a toxic substance. Suspicious products have reportedly been found not only in Austria but also in Czechia and Slovakia. Initial laboratory tests detected a poisonous additive in some samples, prompting a public warning. Authorities say the affected jars can be identified by a white sticker with a red circle on the bottom, as well as signs of tampering such as damaged or opened lids, missing safety seals or an unusual smell. Czech police are still assessing the situation and have yet to issue a formal statement.

Author: Vít Pohanka