The Unsolved Mystery of the 1982 Chicago Tylenol Murders
In this week's episode of Crime Time, Inc., we delve into the chilling and unsolved case of the 1982 Chicago Tylenol murders. Seven people lost their lives due to potassium cyanide-laced Tylenol capsules, leading to a nationwide panic and a significant shift in consumer safety practices. Despite extensive investigations and a prime suspect, James Lewis, no one has been officially charged with the crimes. The episode covers the timeline of events, the victims, the public's reaction, the impact on product safety, and the complex investigation that left the case unsolved. Join us as we explore this case that continues to perplex and haunt investigators and the public alike.
00:00 Introduction to the 1982 Chicago Tylenol Murders
00:22 Setting the Scene: The Tragic Events Unfold
01:35 The Immediate Impact and Public Response
04:19 The Investigation Begins: Tracing the Cyanide
05:32 James Lewis: The Prime Suspect
07:38 Unsettling Details and Theories
10:58 The DNA Evidence and Other Suspects
12:20 The Lasting Impact and Unresolved Mysteries
16:47 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes
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Crime Time Inc. is hosted by Tom and Simon—two ex-cops with decades of frontline experience and zero tolerance for fluff. Tom, a by-the-book former Deputy Chief Constable from Edinburgh, and Simon, a rule-bending ex-undercover cop from Glasgow, bring sharp insight, dark humour, and plenty of East vs. West banter to every episode.
Whether they’re revisiting cases they worked on, grilling fellow former officers, or picking apart narrated true crime stories, Tom and Simon don’t just talk about crime—they’ve lived it. Real cases. Real cops. Real talk.
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