Matt Schafer Corporate Relations Officer

Tampered Products Extra Strength Tylenol Capsules

Lot Numbers MD 1910 MC 2880 MA 1801 MB 2738

Victims 1.Mary Kellerman, 12, Elk Grove Village 2.Adam Janus, 27, Arlington Heights 3.Stanley Janus, 25, Lisle 4.Theresa Janus, 19, Arlington Heights 5.Paula Prince, 35, Chicago 6.Mary Reiner, 27, Winfield 7.Mary McFarland, 31, Elmhurst

The poison Cyanide (potassium cyanide) Found in certain industries, such as gold and silver mining, fertilizer production, steel plating, and the film processing/chemicals industries 100 mg or more in fatal capsules (5-10 poisoned capsules per bottle)

Cyanide and the human body Cyanide inhibits mitochondrial cytochrome oxidase and hence blocks electron transport Cyanide is rapidly absorbed from the stomach, lungs, mucosal surfaces, and unbroken skin Initial effects of poisoning - include headache, faintness, vertigo, excitement, anxiety, a burning sensation in the mouth and throat, breathing difficulty, increased heart rate, and hypertension

Treating Cyanide Poisoning First, pure oxygen should be administered Intravenous infusions of sodium nitrite If necessary, infuse sodium thiosulfate intravenously

FBI Profile The tylenol killer is a white male. He is probably in his early 20’s. Lived in the Chicago area in Owned a car or truck. Devious but not particularly intelligent. A skilled shoplifter. Has few friends, and temporary ones at that. May work in one of the industries previously mentioned.

Our actions Full recall of all Tylenol Capsules, regardless of place of purchase Compensation to victims Packaging changes Eventual reintroduction Please do not allow the act of one terrorist affect your life and the products you choose

We at Johnson and Johnson…… Once again apologize. We will work diligently to rebuild the trust that you have generously shown us. When our products once again hit the shelves, they will be the safest in the world. Questions…………………