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Jul 10, 2023 · James W. Lewis, the prime suspect in the deaths of seven people in 1982 from cyanide-laced Tylenol — a poisoning that terrified the nation and changed the way manufacturers packaged...
Seven people ages 12 to 35 were killed in the Chicago area after they ingested extra-strength Tylenol capsules laced with cyanide. Lewis, who was in his 30s at the time, denied any involvement.
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Jul 11, 2023 · The 1982 Tylenol poisonings that killed seven people in the Chicago area triggered a nationwide panic and led to an overhaul in the safety of over-the-counter medication packaging.
Jul 10, 2023 · James Lewis, who was convicted of extortion for promising to stop the 1982 Tylenol poisonings for $1 million – but denied he was behind the seven deaths, has been found dead, police said Monday.
Jul 10, 2023 · The suspect in the 1982 Tylenol poisonings that killed seven people in the Chicago area and triggered a nationwide scare has died, police confirmed on Monday.
Jul 10, 2023 · James Lewis, the lone suspect in the 1982 Tylenol murders, was found dead Sunday at his home in suburban Boston, making it unlikely anyone will ever be charged in connection with the...
Jul 10, 2023 · CHICAGO (WLS) -- The I-Team confirmed late Sunday that James Lewis, the only person ever convicted in connection with the Tylenol killings, has been found dead. Lewis, 76, was found in his...
