Woman charged after cannabis-laced cake shared at Hawke’s Bay Hospital

1NewsNZ HeraldStuffFriday 18 July 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated

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A 54-year-old woman has been arrested and charged following an incident in late June where a cannabis-laced cake was allegedly provided at a hospital shared lunch. Two staff members reportedly required emergency department treatment after consuming the cake. The woman is due to appear in Hastings District Court next month.

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First reported by 1News, Fri 18 Jul 2025, 3:36pm · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 4 hours
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    Woman charged after cannabis-laced cake taken to Hawke’s Bay Hospital shared meal (opens in new tab)