Mary Hubbard of Okeechobee County has filed a lawsuit against Campbell Soup Co. and Walmart, claiming she discovered live worms in a can of SpaghettiOs purchased from the Walmart Supercenter on South Parrott Avenue in Okeechobee. The alleged contamination occurred in June 2024. According to the complaint, Hubbard and her daughter both became ill after consuming the product, developing parasitic infections and other medical complications as a result of the incident.
Hubbard's legal team states that she observed what appeared to be worms or parasites actively moving inside the food. To document the discovery, Hubbard recorded multiple videos showing worm-like organisms moving throughout the SpaghettiOs. These videos are being presented as evidence in the case. The lawsuit contends that Campbell Soup Co. and Walmart failed to properly inspect the product before it reached consumers, allowing the contaminated food to be sold to the public.
The complaint seeks 50,000 dollars in damages for the alleged harm caused to Hubbard and her daughter. Campbell Soup Co. has responded by stating that the claims lack merit and do not have a valid basis. Walmart indicated that the company is currently reviewing the court filing and has not yet provided a substantive response to the allegations.
This case highlights concerns about food safety and quality control in mass-produced food products sold at major retailers. The lawsuit represents an effort to hold both the manufacturer and the retailer accountable for what the plaintiff alleges was a failure in their inspection and safety protocols. As the case proceeds through the court system, it may shed light on the procedures these companies use to identify and prevent contaminated products from reaching store shelves.