London Girl Dies After Allergic Reaction to Milkshake
A 12-year-old girl in London died after consuming a Twix milkshake from the Pop Inn Cafe. She suffered a fatal allergic reaction due to cross-contamination with hazelnut residue from an unwashed blender. The girl had a known allergy to hazelnuts.
St. Louis, MO, October 10, 2026 — A 12-year-old girl has died in London following a severe allergic reaction to a Twix milkshake purchased at the Pop Inn Cafe. The incident occurred after the girl, who had a known allergy to hazelnuts, consumed the drink.
Authorities have stated that the fatal reaction is believed to have been caused by cross-contamination. Specifically, residue of hazelnut was found on a blender used to prepare the milkshake. The blender had not been adequately washed prior to use, leading to the presence of the allergen.
The girl’s pre-existing hazelnut allergy meant that even trace amounts of the allergen could trigger a life-threatening response. The London Ambulance Service and other emergency responders were involved, but tragically, the girl could not be saved.
Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the incident are ongoing. The Pop Inn Cafe’s handling of allergens and food preparation procedures are expected to be a key focus. The specific date of the incident and further details regarding the cafe’s operational status following the event were not immediately provided.
Allergy awareness and accurate allergen labeling remain critical concerns for food service establishments, particularly those serving customers with known severe allergies. This case highlights the potential dangers of cross-contamination, even when products themselves do not contain the allergen.
Story summarized from the original created by Akim Powell on www.firstalert4.com, see more information here.
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