June 29, 2023 — Several types of Private Selection® frozen fruit with mango chunks were recalled due to a risk of Listeria contamination.
The recall was announced by the Oregon-based manufacturer, Townsend Farms Inc., for items with frozen mango chunks that were grown in Mexico.
The recall includes the following products:
- Private Selection® Tropical Mango Chunks (48-oz.)
- Private Selection® Strawberry Mango & Pineapple Blend (16-oz.)
- Private Selection® Classic Fruit Medley (48-oz.)
- Private Selection® Blueberries Strawberries & Mangoes (48-oz.)
The bagged frozen fruit products were distributed from November 6, 2022 to March 16, 2023 at Kroger stores in the following 16 states: Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and West Virginia.
Kroger stores include Baker’s, Dillons, Food 4 Less, FoodsCo, Fry’s, Gerbes, Jay C, Mariano’s, Metro Market, Pay Less, Pick n’ Save, Ralphs, Ruler, and Smith’s.
No illnesses were linked to the recalled mango chunks, but infections with Listeria monocytogenes can be severe, life-threatening, or fatal. Pregnant women may also suffer a miscarriage or stillbirth.
Townsend Farms is asking consumers to throw out the recalled items or return them to the store for a full refund.
Do I have a Food Poisoning Lawsuit?
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Listeria induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know was diagnosed with Listeria after eating Private Selection® Frozen Mango Chunks or Frozen Fruit, 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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