FBI Seeks ‘Unabomber’ DNA in Probe of 1982 Tylenol Poisonings
The FBI is seeking DNA from convicted “Unabomber” Ted Kaczynski in its investigation of the 1982 Tylenol poisonings that killed seven people.
FBI spokeswoman Cynthia Yates confirmed the agency sought DNA from “numerous individuals,” including Kaczynski, as part of its re-examination of the Tylenol murders, CNN reports.
Kaczynski killed three people and wounded 23 others in a series of bombings. He disclosed the request for his DNA in documents he filed in federal court in an effort to stop an auction of his possessions. Kaczynski says some of the evidence seized from his cabin could be important in the event his DNA profile matches that of the Tylenol suspect.
Kaczynski maintains his innocence, saying he has never even possessed potassium cyanide used in the poisonings.
The auction is currently taking place and continues through June 2. The proceeds will go to Kaczynski’s victims.
Prior coverage:
ABAJournal.com: “DNA Sample Taken From Longtime Suspect in 1982 Tylenol Killings”
ABAJournal.com: “FBI Cites Advances in Forensic Technology in New Look at Fatal Tylenol Case”
