Forensic Files

The Tylenol Murders /// Episodes 480-481

True Crime Garage TV

  • Dec 9, 2022
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The Tylenol Murders /// Episodes 480-481

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This week we explore an unsolved case out of the Chicago area. Back in the early 80’s the Tylenol Murders became the most extensively covered news event since the assassination of JFK. In just three days, seven people died all exhibiting the same symptoms. Symptoms that pointed to cyanide poisoning as the cause.

Brief Summary

Product tampering in Chicago led to multiple deaths from over-the-counter pain medication.

Key points

  • The Mystery of Medication Deaths. Several people died after taking over-the-counter pain medication, raising alarming questions.

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