LaJobi recall targets second-hand cribs

WASHINGTON, Dec. 3 (UPI) -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission repeated a recall announcement for LaJobi cribs because they could now be available at second-hand stores.

The LaJobi "Molly" and "Betsy" cribs were first recalled in December 2001 due to a risk of entrapment or strangulation, the commission said.

About 400 cribs were imported from Italy by LaJobi Inc., of Cranbury, N.J. They were recalled due to cutout end panels that can trap and possibly strangle a child.

The commission said a 1-year-old died with her head trapped in the cutout of a Betsy crib in Mississippi in 2003 after the first recall was announced.

The cribs were originally sold May 2000 through September 2001 for between $650 and $700. However, a number of the cribs may now appear in thrift stores or second-hand stores, the commission said.

The cribs are solid wood in natural, antique green and antique white colors.

Consumers were advised to stop using the cribs and contact LaJobi to receive free panel replacements.

Consumers can call 800-266-2848 for information.