A MUM from Pembroke was left furious after some irresponsible residents gave unknown drugs to young trick or treaters.

Rhian Lloyd was shocked when she was told tablets – possible prescription drugs – were found among the sweets in her 12-year-old daughter’s trick or treat bag.

The girl was out with friends in The Green area of the town on Halloween and another parent made the terrifying discovery.

“I’m absolutely furious but we are ok.

"Luckily my daughter and her friend didn’t take them, I just want everyone to be cautious, you don’t know what pond life is out there.

“I will never understand someone could get as low as that to ruin children’s lives, they’re disgusting people,” Rhian told the Western Telegraph.

Following last night’s incident Rhian put out a warning on Facebook and it appeared that other children had also been given the potentially dangerous tablets.

She warned others to check their children’s sweet bags to make sure all was safe.

Parents posting online believe the tablets could be pregabalin, a powerful pain killer which is also prescribed for epilepsy and anxiety.

Symptoms of pregabalin consumption include drowsiness, sedation and breathing difficulties.

Side effects can also include difficulty breathing, swelling of the mouth, face or lips, or unusual hoarsness.

If you believe your child has consumed a medication they are not prescribed, please contact your doctor immediately.

The matter has been reported to Dyfed-Powys Police.

A spokesman said: “Dyfed-Powys Police was alerted to this incident yesterday evening (Wednesday, 1 November). The investigation has now concluded.  The people involved in the matter have been spoken to and no crimes identified. No further police action will be taken.”

If you found tablets in your children's goodie bag, let us know. 

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