As India celebrated Diwali, Halloween festivities took a surprising turn in Canada when a woman was filmed swiping candies meant for children. Dressed in a traditional salwar kameez, she was seen moving from house to house in the Cornell neighborhood of Markham, Ontario, stealthily taking sweets and emptying bowls intended for trick-or-treaters.
The unusual incident occurred during Halloween night and was captured on video, which quickly went viral on social media. Media personality Harrison Faulkner shared the clip on X, captioning it, “Trick or Steal spotted in Markham, Ontario last night. What is going on?” The post received over 500,000 views, igniting a wave of comments and reactions.
Trick or Steal spotted in Markham, Ontario last night.
What is going on?
— Harrison Faulkner (@Harry__Faulkner) November 1, 2024
Viewers speculated about the woman’s ethnicity, with some suggesting she might be of Indian descent, though these claims remain unverified. The footage depicts her systematically raiding candy bowls, leaving many amused and puzzled.
The online community responded with a mix of disbelief and humor. One user remarked, “I guess she took ‘trick-or-treat’ a bit too literally!” Another lamented, “This is not what Halloween is about! Where are the kids supposed to get their candy?” A third joked, “Imagine the kids’ faces when they find out their sweets are gone!” Many comments expressed incredulity, with one person stating, “I’ve seen it all now. What’s next?” while another quipped, “She might as well change her outfit to a Halloween costume for her heist!”
Halloween, celebrated on October 31, has roots in ancient Celtic traditions, marking the end of the harvest season and the onset of winter. To ward off wandering spirits, people would light bonfires and wear costumes. Today, families typically leave bowls of candy outside their homes for trick-or-treaters, ensuring that children can enjoy the holiday even if no one is home to answer the door.