Staff Member Arrested After Kids Exposed to THC on Halloween at Primrose in Prosper

Prosper Police said it arrested a staff member on Halloween after four children became suddenly ill at Primrose School of Prosper and had to be taken to the hospital.

In a statement, Police said on Monday around 4:35 p.m., Prosper Dispatch received a call about a medical emergency at the Primrose School of Prosper located at 1185 La Cima Blvd.

Four students from the same class became sick all of a sudden and two were taken by Prosper Fire Rescue took two students to the hospital, Frisco Fire Department helped take a third child to the hospital and the fourth student was driven by their parents who had already left.

Prosper police said three of the students were discharged from the hospital, but a fourth is still there in stable condition.

“The evidence suggests these four (4) students were exposed to THC, the active ingredient found in marijuana,” said Prosper Police in a statement.

A spokesperson said it cannot confirm the type of exposure since the investigation is still underway.

Anisah Burks, 35, a staff member of the school was arrested and is now facing several charges including Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance and four counts of Injury to a Child.

“This swift arrest was the result of the complete cooperation of the school and the combined efforts of PPD and Prosper Fire Rescue.  Further, the Texas Department of Family Services, Child Care Licensing Division has been notified,” said Prosper Police.

Police said if anyone has information to contact PPD immediately at 972-569-1046.