Retailers Locking Up Laundry Detergent In Response To Tide Pod Challenge

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - Some retailers are locking up their laundry detergent in light of the "Tide Pod challenge."

Tide Pod Challenge Leads To Tide Pod-Inspired Food From Restaurants 

Some stores have always locked the products up to prevent theft, but others are starting to do so to deter the dangerous trend.

In some parts of the country, big retailers like Walmart and Walgreens have started to attach anti-theft devices to the products.

Tide Pod Challenge: The Viral Challenge Encouraging Teens To Eat Laundry Detergent 

Recently, people have posted videos of themselves eating the pods on social media.

Officials say the challenge has caused a jump in the number of poison cases.