Killer Psyche The Tylenol Murders
Aug 3, 2021
A gripping recount of the 1982 Tylenol murders reveals the chaos that ensued after cyanide-laced capsules took the lives of seven innocent victims. Former FBI agent Candice DeLong shares her harrowing experience of following a devastating false lead for two weeks. The mysteries surrounding the psychological profile of the prime suspect are explored, including his manipulative tendencies. The lingering impact of this unsolved case continues to haunt those involved, shedding light on the darker side of human obsession and mental illness.
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Personal Impact of Tylenol Murders
- Candice DeLong experienced firsthand the terror the Tylenol murders caused, including her son's fear at school.
- Entire Chicago was scared of poison being in medicine cabinets, not knowing who might be next.
Unique Nature of Tylenol Murders
- The Tylenol murders were a new type of mass killing: anonymous, random poisonings via consumer products.
- Unlike serial killers who target known victims, this killer chose victims randomly from a distance without direct interaction.
Profiling the Tylenol Killer
- The Tylenol killer was likely a methodical, organized male working alone.
- The sophistication and secrecy suggested a solo killer, not a group or teenagers.
