The nation is in shock. Extra-Strength Tylenol—trusted in millions of households—has been weaponized, and no one knows who is responsible. The recall has begun, but the damage is already done. Seven people have died, and investigators now face a daunting task: tracking down the killer before they strike again.

In this episode of Crime Clueless, we dive into the massive investigation that followed the Tylenol murders. Law enforcement scours stores, examines packaging, and interviews thousands of potential witnesses, all while racing against time. Theories begin to emerge, including the infamous extortion letter from James W. Lewis. But is he the mastermind, or just an opportunist?

With fear gripping the country and pressure mounting to find the culprit, the case takes unexpected turns—but will justice ever be served? Join us as we unravel the suspects, the dead ends, and the legacy of a crime that changed consumer safety forever.

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