Atlanta, Georgia – Over 16,000 pounds of ground beef produced by Cargill Meat Solutions and sold at Walmart have been recalled due to potential E. coli contamination concerns. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reported that the tainted beef was manufactured on April 26 and 27 and distributed to Walmart stores across the eastern United States.

So far, there have been no confirmed cases of illness linked to the affected beef products, according to the USDA. Cargill initiated a voluntary recall as a precautionary measure. The Pennsylvania-based food distributor raised alarm about possible contamination after discovering that previously separated products were mistakenly used in the ground beef production process.

The recalled ground beef has been sold at various Walmart locations in Connecticut, Washington, D.C., Massachusetts, Maryland, North Carolina, New Hampshire, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Vermont, and New York. Consumers are advised by the USDA to dispose of or return the contaminated products to the place of purchase.

The Cargill products subject to recall include plastic-wrapped trays containing various types of lean and premium ground beef. The recall was issued to prevent any potential health risks associated with E. coli contamination in the ground beef products.

As the investigation into the contamination continues, health officials urge consumers to remain vigilant and check for any recalled products in their possession. It is crucial to follow safety guidelines and return or discard any recalled products promptly to avoid any potential health hazards associated with E. coli.