1982 Chicago Tylenol Murders

The 1982 Chicago Tylenol Murders involved Poisoned Tylenol capsules that led to the death of seven people, all who had purchased over-the-counter pain medication. An unknown individual tampered with bottles, cyanide-laced capsules, causing severe poisoning when consumed. The crisis prompted widespread panic and a major recall of Tylenol products nationwide. The incident highlighted the need for improved product safety and led to the introduction of tamper-evident packaging. Despite extensive investigations, the perpetrator was never caught, and the case remains a significant example of product tampering and corporate crisis management.