TWO schoolboys have been rushed to hospital after eating sweets suspected to be laced with drugs.

Cops have hit out at sickos who made the toxic treats "clearly designed" to appeal to youngsters after a pair of 13-year-old boys from Wallasey fell ill after munching sweets labelled "Cannaburst" and "Chuckles", which cops believe contained cannabis.

They remain in hospital under observation after being taken in shortly after 1.10pm on Friday.

Two other kids had tried the sweets, police say, and the remaining ones were seized by officers.

Police have urged parents to be vigilant as the illicit sweets look extremely similar to normal ones.

Detective Sergeant Nick Glascott-Tull said: “We’re pleased to have removed these drugs from the community, and will continue to investigate this and similar incidents.

“Worryingly, these drugs are clearly designed to appeal to younger people.

"We are asking that all parents and carers are vigilant if coming across them, and ensure they don’t get into the hands of children as they could be mistaken for ordinary sweets. 

“While we believe these sweets contain cannabis, there is no way for people to be sure what other chemicals or drugs could be contained in a product being sold illegally, which could lead to side effects, serious illness or worse. 

“If you see drugs similar to those pictured, or have any information, come forward and we will do the rest.” 

If you have information about suspected storage or supply of drugs, contact police on social media desk via Twitter @MerPolCC or Facebook ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’.

Information can also be passed on anonymously via the independent charity @CrimestoppersUK anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their website.

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