A Maine resident has admitted guilt in a federal court in Concord for his involvement in producing THC-infused ice cream, which unknowingly sickened four individuals in Newmarket. The announcement was made by Acting U.S. Attorney Jay McCormack.
Marc Flore, 45, from Portland, Maine, pleaded guilty to tampering with consumer products. Chief U.S. District Court Judge Landya McCafferty has set the sentencing date for November 4, 2025.
Court documents and statements revealed that in March 2023, four people became ill after consuming coffee Oreo ice cream from Angelo’s Amore. Symptoms included dizziness, elevated heart rate, and vomiting; three of the individuals required brief hospitalization. Investigations found that the batch contained THC added by Flore during its production in September 2022. Although intended for personal use, Flore stored it among commercial products without proper labeling at the café where it was accidentally served to customers.
The legal statute allows for a sentence of up to ten years imprisonment and a fine of up to $250,000. Sentences are determined based on U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and relevant statutes.
The investigation was led by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Office of Criminal Investigations and the Newmarket Police Department. Assistant U.S Attorney Charles L. Rombeau is handling prosecution duties.
