Police are investigating after several people suffered side effects after unknowingly ingesting cannabis-laced cake at a community luncheon in Whitestone, Ont.
West Parry Sound OPP say several members of the community required medical attention after attending the luncheon.
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Police say only the people who ate a chocolate cake experienced side effects including a dry mouth, dizziness and disorientation.
Officers say some people also experienced nausea and vomiting.
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According to police, none of the people who attended the event suffered any serious or lasting effects from consuming the cannabis-infused cake.
Police say the investigation is ongoing.
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