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Theresa Janus

Case from Arlington Heights, IL dated Sep 29, 1982

Victim Details

Theresa Janus

Female

White / Caucasian

Arlington Heights

IL

1982-09-29

20

Theresa

Janus

06/25/2026

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Theresa M. “Terri” Tarasewicz Janus, a 20-year-old Caucasian woman from Arlington Heights, Illinois, tragically lost her life on September 29, 1982, in what became known as the infamous Tylenol poisonings. Theresa had recently married Stanley Janus on June 19, 1982, and the couple was in the early stages of building their life together. She was known for her intelligence and ambition, having pursued a business degree at Illinois Benedictine College. Her nurturing nature made her a beloved me ...
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  • Chicago Tylenol Murders: 3 members of Janus family died in 1982 ...
  • Adam and Theresa Janus: Who Were the Tylenol Murder Victims ...
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