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Trouble for McDonald's, one dead, dozens poisoned

2024-10-23 19:51:02Kosova&Bota SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
Trouble for McDonald's, one dead, dozens poisoned
Trouble for McDonald's, one dead, dozens poisoned

An outbreak of Escherichia coli bacteria linked to McDonald's hamburgers has infected dozens of people in the United States and left one person dead, health officials said.

At least 49 people have fallen ill in ten states, with most cases centered in Colorado and Nebraska, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said.

Most of the people who got sick said they ate a small hamburger (Quarter Pounder) at McDonald's before they got sick, the CDC said.

Health authorities have yet to determine the specific ingredient that may have caused the outbreak.

"McDonald's is collaborating with partners in the investigation to determine which food ingredient in the Quarter Pounders is causing the nausea," the CDC said in a statement.

 "McDonald's has banned the use of sliced ​​fresh onions and 1/4 pound beef patties in several states while an investigation is underway to determine the ingredient causing the illness."

McDonald's shares fell about nine percent in after-hours trading.

Difficult time for the company

McDonald's U.S. president Joe Erlinger said most states and most menu items were not affected.

"Food safety is very important to me and everyone at McDonald's," Erlinger said in a video statement.

“We have taken steps to proactively remove chopped onions used in Quarter Pounders in certain states. We have also made the decision to temporarily remove Quarter Pounders from restaurants in select states.”

"We will continue to update you on the actions we take," Erlinger added.

"At McDonald's, you can count on us to do the right thing."

The news follows a difficult year for the fast food giant.

In July, the Chicago-based chain reported its first quarterly same-store sales decline in nearly four years as shoppers stayed away for a variety of reasons, from rising inflation to the brand's perceived support for Israel amid the war. his in Gaza.

Chief executive Chris Kempczinski warned earlier this month that 2025 looks set to be "another challenging year" for the company as lower-income users are expected to "tighten" their wallets next year.


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