Tuscola County, Michigan sheriff apologizes after pepper spray release impacts elementary school

Release of expired pepper spray during disposal exercise sent fumes onto school property, prompting sheriff’s review of procedures

CARO, Mich. (Sept. 9, 2025) — The Tuscola County Sheriff’s Office has apologized after expired pepper spray canisters were discharged on department property Tuesday, sending spray drifting onto a nearby elementary school.

Sheriff’s officials said the canisters were set off in the back lot of the department, but an “unexpected amount” of spray carried bey…