A scientist at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Makoto Kuroda, is facing serious charges for allegedly attempting to poison a co-worker at the Influenza Research Institute. The incident began when the victim detected an unusual smell and taste in his water bottle, which later tested positive for high levels of chloroform. Kuroda reportedly confessed to poisoning the victim’s drink with paraformaldehyde, citing frustrations over lab rule violations and a promotion awarded to the victim. He is charged with second-degree recklessly endangering safety and tampering with household products, with a preliminary hearing scheduled for April 21. Kuroda is currently on administrative leave as an investigation continues.
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