Wisconsin Pizzeria Accidentally Serves THC‑Laced Dough, Sickening Dozens

Dozens of customers—including children and seniors—were unintentionally exposed to THC after eating pizzas made with THC‑infused oil used by mistake in a shared kitchen space.

Between October 22 and 24, 2024, customers at Famous Yeti’s Pizza in Stoughton unknowingly consumed pizza, garlic bread, and sandwiches prepared with THC-infused oil borrowed from a vendor operating in the same commercial kitchen. As many as 85 patrons—from ages 1 to 91—reported symptoms of THC intoxication including dizziness, sleepiness, anxiety, nausea, increased heart rate and blood pressure, hallucinations, and time distortion. Seven individuals were hospitalized; fortunately, all recovered fully.

Emergency responders first flagged the issue when several patients reported similar symptoms after dining at the restaurant. A subsequent health department questionnaire confirmed that 85 respondents met the THC intoxication case definition—reporting at least one symptom within five hours of eating contaminated food.

The pizza shop cooperated fully with investigators and voluntarily closed for cleaning and sanitization. Police concluded the event was accidental; no criminal charges were filed. The restaurant reopened on October 26 after decontamination.

Public health officials, including the CDC, have since advised restaurants sharing kitchen spaces with THC‑edible producers to implement secure storage and clear labeling of THC‑infused ingredients to prevent similar incidents.