El Abuelito Cheese Pleads Guilty in Listeria Outbreak

El Abuelito Cheese, a New Jersey-based company, pleaded guilty to distributing contaminated queso fresco, leading to a listeria outbreak in 2021. Despite FDA warnings, the company continued production, resulting in hospitalizations and one death. They face up to five years of probation and a potential $500,000 fine. Sentencing is set for October 15, 2026. Those affected are encouraged to contact the Department of Justices Victim Witness Unit. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1d7f516178416e92