Top entities: Kelli Tedford, Monadnock Food Co-op, United States — Keene Police Department, United States — Keene, New Hampshire.

What category does this event fall under?

Accidents — classified as food contamination.

What is the sentiment of coverage?

Aggregate sentiment score: -50 on a -100 to +100 scale (negative = critical coverage, positive = favorable coverage).

What were the key actions taken?

Kelli Tedford contaminated items Monadnock Food Co-op · United States — Keene Police Department arrested Kelli Tedford · Monadnock Food Co-op issued recall

Is this event still developing?

This event is archived — the story has concluded and this page is a final snapshot.

Accidents food contamination

New Hampshire Woman Contaminates Grocery Store

Q: When did this event occur?

First reported Feb 22, 2025; last updated Feb 26, 2025.

Q: What is the market impact?

General. The event directly impacted Monadnock Food Co-op, causing financial losses and a product recall, which could lead to a temporary decline in customer trust.

Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Feb 22, 2025 · Last updated Feb 26, 2025

Sentiment

-50

Attention

Articles

Market Impact

General

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Market Impact

The event directly impacted Monadnock Food Co-op, causing financial losses and a product recall, which could lead to a temporary decline in customer trust. While not a broad market event, it highlights the importance of food safety protocols for retail businesses.

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Event Summary

Kelli Tedford, a 23-year-old woman from United States — Keene, New Hampshire, was arrested for allegedly contaminating items at Monadnock Food Co-op and other local stores with her urine, and posting videos of these acts online. The incidents reportedly date back to 2021. Following an anonymous tip, the United States — Keene Police Department investigated and charged Kelli Tedford with felony criminal mischief. Monadnock Food Co-op incurred over $1,500 in losses and issued a recall for affected bulk products. Kelli Tedford has been released on bail, and the investigation by the United States — Keene Police Department is ongoing, with potential for additional charges.

Key Actions

100 Kelli Tedford contaminated items Monadnock Food Co-op

90 United States — Keene Police Department arrested Kelli Tedford

80 Monadnock Food Co-op issued recall

Entities Involved

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Kelli Tedford

Kelli Tedford was arrested and charged with felony criminal mischief for contaminating grocery store items with her urine and posting videos online. This event severely damages her reputation and could lead to further legal consequences.

Importance 100.0 Sentiment -100.0

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Monadnock Food Co-op

Monadnock Food Co-op experienced a financial loss of over $1,500 due to destroyed merchandise and cleaning costs. The co-op also had to issue a recall for contaminated products, potentially affecting customer trust.

Importance 90.0 Sentiment -20.0

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United States — Keene Police Department

The United States — Keene Police Department investigated the incidents, arrested Kelli Tedford, and is continuing the investigation, with potential for additional charges.

Importance 50.0 Sentiment 0.0

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United States — Keene, New Hampshire

Importance 0.0 Sentiment 0.0

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