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In a separate incident, a police department in the Atlanta area has issued a stern advisory to parents following a peculiar event where a child allegedly brought a vodka-infused drink to school, nestled inconspicuously alongside Doritos in their lunchbox.
The City of South Fulton Police Department took to Facebook with a post that’s since gained viral attention, urging parents to “CHECK. THE. LUNCHBOX.”
“Listen up… Before sending the kids off to school… CHECK. THE. LUNCHBOX. Why are we finding reports of juice boxes next to… Cutwater margaritas?” the department expressed in their post.
Accompanying the post, officials included a photo depicting the lunchbox in question, which seemingly contained a child’s lunch, a bag of Doritos, and a Cutwater Lemon Drop Martini.
The police department highlighted the issue by sharing an image of a Cutwater canned cocktail found inside the lunchbox. (City of South Fulton Police Department via Facebook)
“That is NOT Capri Sun. That is NOT Apple Juice. That is a whole ‘Parent had a long night’ starter pack,” the department wrote. “Now little Johnny done pulled up to 3rd period talking about: ‘Who want fruit snacks?’ knowing good and well he got a Lemon Drop Martini in the zipper pocket.”
Cutwater Lemon Drop Martinis, as found in the lunchbox, are 11% ABV ready-to-drink cocktails made with vodka, triple sec, lemon juice and natural flavors.
They come in 12-ounce cans, similar in appearance to a soda can.
The City of South Fulton Police Department issued a statement after the apparent mishap. (City of South Fulton Police Department via Facebook)
The department said it understands mornings can be hectic, but issued a stern notice to parents to “TIGHTEN UP.”
“Your child shouldn’t be the only one in the cafeteria with a beverage that requires an ID,” authorities wrote. “If it says 12% ABV… it does NOT belong next to a PB&J.”
Officials also provided a “quick parent checklist,” with items including: “Homework,” “Lunch packed,” and “Alcoholic beverages.”
Boxes of Cutwater Tiki Rum Mai Tai and Strawberry Margarita canned cocktails. (Gado/Getty Images)
“Check the lunchbox before the Fulton County Schools Police resource officers gotta do inventory at recess,” the department added.
It is unclear if any parents or students were disciplined in relation to the mix-up.
Fulton County Schools did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.
The City of South Fulton, Georgia, is a rapidly growing municipality located about 20 minutes from Atlanta and Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.
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