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Episode 43: The Chicago Tylenol Murders

In 1982, 7-seemingly random people died after taking Tylenol.  As police worked quickly to find a connection, the manufacturer, Johnson and Johnson, jumped into action as well.  Setting the standard for how a company should respond when their product is responsible for the deaths of innocent people.  Join us as we share the story of the Tylenol Murders and hopefully find Justice For the 7 innocent victims.




Disclaimer 

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and do not necessarily reflect the views of any affiliated organizations. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. This podcast is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as legal advice or a substitute for professional consultation.


Show notes 

https://www.nytimes.com/2002/03/23/your-money/IHT-tylenol-made-a-hero-of-johnson-johnson-the-recall-that-started.html  - Marketing info

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/james-lewis-prime-suspect-unsolved-1982-tylenol-murders-case-dies-76-rcna93459 - James Lewis Dies

https://abc7chicago.com/archive/9265032/ - FBI stopping investigation

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/tylenol-murders-1982 

https://usatoday30.usatoday.com/news/opinion/editorials/2004-03-17-dezenhall_x.htm - Editorial

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/mcneil-consumer-healthcare-announces-voluntary-recall-of-certain-over-the-counter-otc-products-in-the-americas-uae-and-fiji-81690712.html 

https://www.reuters.com/article/johnsonandjohnson-idUSN0412564320100504/ 

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