Cucumber Salmonella Lawsuit

Cucumbers have been linked to a Salmonella outbreak, with around 450 illnesses reported in dozens of states.

What You Can Do & How a Lawsuit Can Help

The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting cucumber induced Salmonella cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know was diagnosed with Salmonella after eating recalled cucumbers, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Food Poisoning Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.

UPDATE: 1st Lawsuit Filed in Cucumber Salmonella Outbreak

In July 2024, a lawsuit was filed by a woman from Florida who was infected with Salmonella after eating cucumbers that she bought at Publix grocery stores in St. Augustine, Florida.

Health Officials Investigate Cucumber Salmonella Outbreak

In June 2024, the FDA and CDC began investigating a Salmonella outbreak that is linked to cucumbers.

According to the CDC Outbreak Investigation update on July 2, a total of 449 people in 31 states and D.C. were infected with one of the outbreak strains of Salmonella Africana and Salmonella Braenderup.

Of these illnesses, 215 people were infected with the newly-added Salmonella Braenderup strain. Illnesses started on dates ranging from March 11, 2024, to June 4, 2024. At least 125 people have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported.

Fresh Start Produce Recalls Cucumbers

In June 2024, the Florida-based company Fresh Start Produce Sales Inc. recalled fresh whole cucumbers that may be contaminated with Salmonella. The bulk cucumbers were shipped to stores and distributors from May 17 to May 21, 2024.

According to the FDA, cucumbers from Fresh Start Produce Sales, Inc. tested positive for Salmonella Bareilly and do not match any ongoing outbreaks. The recalled product is beyond shelf life and should no longer be available for sale to consumers in stores.

Where Were Recalled Cucumbers Sold?

The recall involves cucumbers that were shipped in bulk cartons to retail distribution centers, wholesalers, and food service distributors in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia.

2015: Cucumber Salmonella Outbreak

In 2015, cucumbers from Mexico were linked to an outbreak of Salmonella that infected 838 people and contributed to four deaths, according to a warning from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in October 2015.

The outbreak strain was identified as Salmonella Poona. As of November 19, 2015, a total of 838 infections were reported in 38 states. At least 165 people weren hospitalized since July 3, 2015.

Four deaths were  reported in California, Arizona, Texas, and Oklahoma. The victims include a 99 year-old woman from San Diego, California, and a woman from Texas who died in late August. According to the Associated Press, she had other serious health issues and Salmonella was listed as a “contributing factor” in her death.

Multiple investigations traced the outbreak to cucumbers imported from Mexico by Andrew & Williamson Fresh Produce, based in San Diego. The cucumbers were grown in northern Mexico and distributed nationwide.

The distributor supplied cucumbers to leading grocery stores like Walmart, Kroger, HEB, and Safeway. They were also used in dishes served at national restaurant chains like Red Lobster and Olive Garden.

Andrew & Williamson Fresh Produce recalled cucumbers on September 4. They were sold under the “Limited Edition” label from August 1 through September 3, 2015.

On September 11, Custom Produce recalled for cucumbers that may be contaminated with Salmonella. The “slicer” or “American” style cucumbers were grown in northern Baja Mexico and sold under the “Fat Boy®” brand.

Salmonella Food Poisoning

Although most healthy adults recover within a week without needing medical attention, Salmonella infections can spread to the bloodstream and become life-threatening — especially for young children, older adults, and people with weak immune systems.

Symptoms of Salmonella infection include:

• fever
• abdominal cramps
• diarrhea that may be bloody
• nausea and vomiting
• weakness and fatigue

Do I have a Cucumber Salmonella Lawsuit?

The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting cucumber induced Salmonella cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know was diagnosed with Salmonella after eating recalled cucumbers, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Food Poisoning Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.

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