Kentucky Boy’s Amazon Order Reveals Sweet Surprise and Financial Panic

LEXINGTON, Ky. — A Kentucky mother discovered a surprising number of lollipops delivered to her home after her 8-year-old son accidentally placed a massive order on Amazon. Holly LaFavers found herself in a financial bind when she saw a $4,200 charge on her bank account on Sunday, May 4.

While preparing for church, LaFavers checked her account and panicked upon seeing it in the red. She soon discovered that her son Liam had ordered around 70,000 Dum-Dums lollipops, totaling 30 boxes.

Liam, who has fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), was using LaFavers’ phone as a reward and often browsed Amazon to window shop for carnival supplies. Although he knew he wasn’t supposed to place orders, he mistakenly did just that.

“He knows he’s not allowed to push the [order] button,” LaFavers said. “Never has this happened before.”

After realizing what had happened, LaFavers immediately contacted Amazon to reject the delivery. However, 22 boxes of lollipops arrived unannounced at her doorstep. LaFavers recalled her son rushing outside, excitedly exclaiming, “My suckers are here!”

Two hours later, the remaining eight boxes arrived, which LaFavers was able to reject by intercepting the delivery driver. “I went flying out the door and met the woman at the door screaming, ‘Don’t take those out of your van,’” she said.

Following the incident, LaFavers shared her story on social media, hoping to sell the boxes. Thanks to the support from friends, family, and local businesses, all boxes were quickly purchased or promised to charities.

“My friends and family in Somerset truly stepped up,” LaFavers said. “They understood that it wasn’t anything malicious.”

Amazon later confirmed that the family received a full refund, stating, “We’re glad we were able to work directly with this customer to turn a sticky situation into something sweet.”

LaFavers used the experience to raise awareness about FASD, emphasizing that children with the condition may struggle with impulse control and understanding the consequences of their actions.

“I’m just hoping to get some awareness for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder and educate individuals,” she said.

As of May 7, LaFavers and Liam had around six boxes left, which they planned to donate to their local church and other community members.