Discovering foreign substances in food can be deeply unsettling, often causing profound distress and trauma. Beyond the initial shock, such incidents can evoke a feeling of utter disgust especially if the substance is a literal “human finger”.
Yes, you are reading it absolutely right. An instance from Mumbai has shocked everyone where a man claimed that he allegedly found a human finger inside the ice cream he ordered.
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A Mumbai-based doctor recently found a human finger inside his ordered ice-cream
A 26-year-old doctor residing in Mumbai’s Malad has raised a disturbing complaint after allegedly discovering a foreign substance inside an ice cream cone ordered through a quick commerce platform.
The incident occurred during a family’s Wednesday night treat, where they ordered two mango-flavored and one butterscotch ice cream. Upon biting into the butterscotch variant, Brendan Ferrao, the complainant’s brother, reportedly encountered an unfamiliar object in his mouth. Upon closer inspection, the family claimed to have found a literal human finger embedded within the ice cream cone.
Disturbed by their finding, the family promptly reported the incident to local authorities.
This shocking incident prompted a police investigation
Ravi Adane, Senior Police Inspector at Malad Police Station, confirmed the receipt of the complaint alleging the presence of a human finger in the ice cream. Subsequently, a case has been registered against the ice cream company under sections 272 (adulteration of food or drink intended for sale), 273 (sale of noxious food or drink), and 336 (act endangering life or personal safety of others) of the Indian Penal Code. The police are actively investigating the matter, including forensic examination of the purported foreign object.
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The case has sparked concern among residents and raised questions about food safety standards in online food delivery services. This prompted the ice cream company to respond as well.
Yummo Ice Creams finally responded to this shocking matter
Following allegations from a Mumbai-based doctor that a piece of a human finger was found in an ice cream cone ordered via an online delivery platform, Yummo Ice Creams has responded swiftly.
The company acknowledged receiving the customer’s complaint on Wednesday and immediately took action to address the issue. According to a spokesperson, Yummo Ice Creams has ceased production at the third-party facility where the incident allegedly occurred. They have also isolated the affected product both at the facility and in their warehouses, with plans to extend this measure across the market.
Emphasizing their commitment to product quality and safety, Yummo Ice Creams stated they were already in the process of managing the situation when the official police complaint was filed by the customer. The company assured cooperation with authorities in their investigation to determine the origin and nature of the foreign object found in the ice cream.
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Such instances breach the trust of customers
Instances like this keep on happening every now and then. Be it ordering food via online mode or going to a restaurant or even traveling on flights or trains and then eating there the food quality that is being provided is degrading day by day.
Beyond the immediate health concerns, the psychological impact of encountering unexpected foreign objects in food can linger, affecting one’s future dining choices and overall sense of security when ordering a meal.
Companies should make sure to provide clean and healthy food and they are being paid for and trusted for it.
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