The Vending Machine Murders that Killed 12 People...

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Through the summer of 1985, Japan was at the mercy of an unknown figure who indiscriminately claimed the lives of 12 people, and poisoned a further 22. All of these cases were linked through one simple fact - They had all been targetted through poisoned vending machine drinks.
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00:00 Intro
01:12 Japan!
04:38 Vending Machines...
05:57 A Mysterious death... Oronamin C
08:32 Paraquat
09:44 An emerging pattern
12:05 Copycats
14:05 Aftermath, theories
17:23 Outro
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[@mrjohnson8343]

I have to say: as someone who is born to a Japanese speaking mother, the amount of effort you took to pronounce the prefectures and other Japanese words shows and is really appreciated. Your respect and consideration towards the victims as well as the cultures of the places mentioned makes your meteoric rise so great to see.

[@commonsense571]

❤

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Thank you! I appreciate your kind words 🙏

[@MrAllmightyCornholioz]

He pronounced 妖怪 yōkai as yukai though.

[@CyberusSuper]

The only thing I hate about your comment is that I can only like it once.

[@YourMomsFavoriteCommenter]

@@CyberusSuper Can you see a dislike on your comment?

[@champcpr]

I know we're culturally wayyyyy different, but drinking a random drink that's sitting out in public is fxxking insane to me. That's some fear factor shxt

[@ddjsoyenby]

the japanese have no fear.

[@smoothride7841]

@@ddjsoyenby mad more like it.

[@asdkotable]

It's high cultural trust, I suppose

[@MissFoxification]

Japan is a country where if you leave money in an ATM or in public someone will hand it in, or it will sit there waiting for your return... or a tourist will find and take it.

[@SharmV]

Japanese too soft, guess that’s what happens when you get nuked by America 2x

[@dreaminginjapan]

As an American living in Japan my American brain was immediately like "That's crazy" and then I realized how many times I've seen unmanned food stalls with little money boxes. Even parking areas that just have a cute little money box for people to put their cash into, trusting that people will do the right things. It's a totally different culture here.

[@milwaukeerican5]

I find that crazy how trusting Japanese culture is to just leave a money box and food and trust that people will pay for it. Watched a video of a gyoza store that you grab the food out the fridge and put money in the box. I live in a lower middle to middle class area in my city and just last week a guy pushing a paleta (ice cream bar) cart left it in front of my house to look for his wallet he dropped a few blocks away. Not even 3 minutes later people were trying to steal the cart and I had to guard it until he got back.

[@johnnycab8986]

Rural areas in the US have these. You need homogeneous societies to develop high levels of communal trust. Diversity causes high levels of distrust, crime, poverty.

[@charles2521]

@@johnnycab8986 Theres not, you are a liar.

[@charles2521]

@@milwaukeerican5 You know what the funniest thing about this is? In the 1980s the US used to call the Japanese "lying thieves", which was actually being motivated by envy and desperation over Japan's economic growth (which lasted until the Plaza Accord). There are many American books and movies demonizing Japan and predicting a war, although the USA was already colonizing Japan at that time. Sounds similar?

[@R.Williams]

@Hach-cn4bo It absolutely could be cute. Japan is the land of cute objects.

[@miyukio9290]

Some people would never understand why someone would drink a random drink left next to a vending machine in Japan, but here we simply trust each other (perhaps too much?). If I saw something like that, my first thought would be that someone left that drink as a kind gesture for someone else who needed a drink and could not afford it, especially if it’s summer because temperatures and humidity levels are extreme here. It's sad that events like this make us mistrust each other more and more. May their souls find rest.

[@tima2553]

An open or closed drink?

[@speedwagoncito]

@@tima2553 Based on what I've seen from this case, back then you couldn't differentiate between a completely unopened drink and one that has already been opened, because the lids weren't tamper-proof. Nowadays, most products, especially in places where events like this in the video have happened, come with tamper-proof lids or packages, so people can tell when something has already been opened. Unless someone is not paying enough attention to that detail, I don't think anyone would take a drink that has been opened already nowadays.

[@jacwindsor5552]

It is a bit like us leaving the doors open in a house, the more we know about people, the less we trust them.

[@lawdadz4332]

Guys stalk women in Japan, follow them to their homes and attack them as they enter the house. It’s not some paradise dude. Tons of crime happen in Japan every day. I felt more safe in New Orleans than I ever did in Tokyo and that’s saying ALOT

[@LaydieCapo]

Wow. Interesting

[@WanjiruMuya]

This reminded me of Mum's advice if you ever leave your drink open no matter how you trust those around you don't drink it😢this was such a horrifying unsolved case💔may their souls rest in peace

[@amberswafford9305]

Your mother was a wise woman.

[@euphorbia1581]

We leave our drinks open all time at work

[@amberswafford9305]

@@euphorbia1581 It’s a good thing no one there is a closeted (which most are or they’d not get away w anything bc everyone would be watching them) psycho...that you’re aware of yet. I’m not saying anyone is. I’m saying it’s best to be safe than sorry.

[@lucilla888]

@@euphorbia1581 goodluck

[@MsGhostofficial]

Yes!!!!

[@12thDecember]

"What an absolute betrayal to caffeine." I almost spit out my coffee. 😂

[@tinadupre6789]

Adrian....Have you ever considered publishing audiobooks? I could listen to you for hours. You have a very calming voice.

[@Ceyanaven]

What a great idea, I'd listen too!

[@johnnyb1030]

Im very much in love with my wife, but Adrian could get me to do anything with that voice

[@izshtar]

@@johnnyb1030 what does this mean 😭

[@papagen00]

That's the problem, I find his voice monotonous and hard to listen to for long periods (maybe it's his accent I dunno.) I much prefer Bill Curtis! Also he tends to go off on a tangent a lot. Nice crime stories though.

[@ecenchivas]

I agree. Helps me sleep . I binge watch his videos before bed

[@MomoMiya]

I remember my mom warning me about these when I first started being able to use vending machines without supervision and being highkey traumatized

[@DakotaofRaptors]

Guzma be lookin' hella dog-like

[@MadScientist267]

Ummm

[@10PcMcfuggit]

Despite this horrible thing, I really respect the Japanese level of trust of each other, knowing that everyone just wants to live a pleasant happy life

[@lisatsuda]

I think they're pretty awesome culture, I married one. Women aren't treated so good, but everything else, pretty awesome. Fried grits won my father in law over. He'd refused to look or talk to me. I'm not Japanese. But he loved my fried cheese grits. And they don't mind if you burb. It's like saying good food to them.

[@rubyy.7374]

@@lisatsuda To add to that: toxic work culture, casual racism, suppression of individuality, hellish justice system, and evolution at a glacial pace isn’t all that awesome either.

[@sup_my_bwana]

@@rubyy.7374 toxic work culture? They’re the only county that praise you for falling asleep at work.

[@dryb3301]

@@rubyy.7374 100% true and one of the highest suicide rates in the world due to toxic work culture and shaming of mental health issues. Specially among younger generations

[@Psykaitic]

@@sup_my_bwana Yes, because people usually have no life outside of work (14-16 hour work days are normal and expected)

[@EclecticDD]

Thank you. This story is from a while back and has similarities to the Tylenol poisonings, but yet this is the first time a lot of us are hearing about it.

[@thefirm4606]

First time hearing about the tylenol poisonings!

[@princesstamika]

this crime was perhaps inspired by the tylenol poisonings. it happened right after.

[@Zola_6]

I was just thinking the same thing , very reminiscent of the Tylonal murders

[@SnowWhite717_]

As soon as I saw the thumbnail of a vending machine like that, I KNEW it was about my home country. No one would think twice to take a drink that was left, that’s just how we think. There’s not a lot of crime comparatively to other countries and it’s just part of who we are as a people to not be wasteful and to trust others. But when some crime happens in Japan, then it’s always some big or something horrific and unimaginable. Thank you Adrian and Zeus for this story! ❤🐈

[@tima2553]

To drink an open drink? What if it’s old?

[@SnowWhite717_]

@@tima2553 it’s not open 😊 it’s always unopened. That’s probably why all those people didn’t have a problem drinking one… strange to us but in Japan, people are very trusting. Especially in smaller towns and villages. ☀️

[@lawdadz4332]

@@SnowWhite717_ maybe in your immediate area, but crime in Japan is pretty rampant. I went with my fiancé before covid and the amount of stalkers is nightmarish. The signs on the public bus’ and trains telling people not to grope others also is a testament to how scary Japan can be. I’m not even sure how the woman in Japan can get from A to B without being abducted or attacked.

[@noth606]

@@lawdadz4332 It's not that extreme and if you have been there you know it. In general it's quite a bit safer than almost anywhere else in the world, at least in Kansai and Okayama pref. which is where I have spent my time. Never saw any crime of any kind there, and I've traveled around a lot. It's not perfect, but to say crime is rampant is just ignorant of what rampant means and crime stats compared across countries. I may well be biased to see things more in a positive way than purely neutral, my ex wife is Japanese and my son is a dual citizenship holder, but I have spent a fair bit of time there surrounded by only Japanese people and culture etc.

[@lawdadz4332]

@@noth606 I’ve been there and was there for a while. In my opinion it was pretty scary. Having people walk behind you for over an hour. Seeing guys filming my fiancé from park benches and then following us to get a better angle. Their was almost NO shame behind the actions of some of these people. I saw countless women being harassed and nobody would bat an eye. People were too afraid to intervene or even give information on how to get out of the situation. Felt all alone surrounded by thousands. And how is it ignorant? Because I noticed the signs telling people not to grope on others and noticed first hand how dangerous it can be? You’re ignorant for thinking everyone has the same experience. Good for you, you had a good time apparently. But it’s not the safest in the world because you had a great time. Everything I stated was due to personal experience. It’s not looked down on to creep on people or to try and scam people. This information came from my time being there. While I can say it was definitely not a bad time. I had countless moments where I noticed something strange or noticed I was about to be robbed or worse. Oh and to top it all off. You can’t get a policeman to help with anything! They all seem goofy and unbalanced. Saw a teenager outrun a cop who had fell on the ground and tripped over something. The teens laughed and ran away. It was funny for a second until I realized that’s the people they hire to protect to public.

[@soapy5523]

I've been ill and bedridden for the past 3 weeks. I've been binging your videos these past few days and honestly its the only thing taking my mind off my aches and pains. Thank you, Adrian, for everything you do.

[@MsGhostofficial]

That is horrible! Feel better!!!

[@azariomaigwa9260]

He does have a healing voice. Get well soon 😊🙏🏾

[@AmysAttitude]

Hope you are feeling better! 💐

[@FamosoMarcoso]

I normally don't like unsolved cases but you did a wonderful job of focusing on the case and not just casting speculation around. I also love it relates to a good tip of "always take care of yourselves".

[@Maurice85]

Agreed, I hate speculation, but Adrian is such a good story teller

[@euphorbia1581]

I once bought a sealed ( with sealing foil on top) jar of Nutella that had the trace of a finger in it

[@davidowen5135]

I agree, normally I pass on unsolved murders as I hate not knowing who did it. This one was really interesting though, as I had never heard about it before.

[@kimmuckenfuss2284]

I agree regarding unsolved cases. I mean, on one hand yes I want to hear about them, but for some reason, they are not as "psychologically satisfying." I guess I'm the type that doesn't like "loose ends" LOL.

[@melluques8475]

He’s the best!! 🤗🙏🏻🎊

[@PokemanzMasturAithen]

A sprinkle of unsolved cases isn't a bad thing, it diversifies your content & helps bring more cases to your audience, possibly helping solve said cases.

[@Ktkins27554]

Agreed.

[@RosscoPeko187]

Agreed, but it would be good if they were labelled as unsolved, in the title or state it at the start of the narrative. I hate that feeling of the build up just to find out no one knows. Can't delve into the psyche of the unknown lol.

[@WillWilsonthesafetyguy]

@@RosscoPeko187 That's what I wanted to say as well. I certainly don't mind a smattering of unsolved cases but it's pretty important to know it's unsloved before starting the video. It reminds me of the old film-making adage, "Never cheat your audience".

[@kaylas.3094]

@@RosscoPeko187 yes! I usually don’t click on them if they say unsolved because I hate unsolved cases that just leave you hanging. love his videos but def wish I would’ve read the comments first lol

[@xToniMichellex]

True! Someone out there just might know something

[@Zombiefan226]

Though Japan is a very safe place the crime stories I have heard from this country are crazy. Also, your cat's fur color is so pretty, hope he gets better.

[@hanniieeee]

Agree. Twisted and disturbing storiesss.

[@Get_yotted]

Japan always proving that you don’t need guns to cause mass harm

[@govardhanposina17]

@@Get_yottedatleast they don't need to have metal detectors in their schools

[@Get_yotted]

@@govardhanposina17 they do need fences all over the place to keep people from jumping

[@motherpigeon1582]

@@govardhanposina17 *coughs in Unit 731*

[@amandaadrienne837]

This was a good episode. It's good to revisit cold cases. I was born in USA 1981. My mother was a nurse so I've heard her talk about the Tylenol incident of '82 throughout my life. So scary.

[@richmondvand147]

thats why we now have safety seals so you can tell that they've been tampered with

[@Og-Judy]

Tylenol poisoning in Chicago early 80s US led to tamper-proof packaging. There were also the Halloween candy scares.

[@megijapostaza]

I like that you didn't end the video by saying "and the killer was never found", but said it more in the middle and then explained more about the detective process.

[@NightcoreNewbie]

My theory is that killer is likely a delivery driver. Some of those places were far more rural back then so it could the killer was doing a delivery/pick up, saw the vending machine, left a tainted bottle, and went about his day. My original thought was a drink factory worker, but I think far more people would've gotten sick/died and it would've been found out if someone was spiking all the drinks before they left the building.

[@unboppable1702]

They came from all across the country. Its too early for Japan to have an UPS like service. He simply traveled. We know all these bottles were laid around the machines. If he worked at the factory why would the spiked drink not be inside the machine?

[@LittleNed2004]

That's what I was thinking too!

[@echang426]

@@unboppable1702 could have been a red herring. If the tampered drink was made by an employee and placed inside the machine, it's far likelier that the police would have been able to track each poisoning, trace back the company services the machines and narrow down their suspects. By leaving it out, you obfuscate the trail and can even duplicate it at machines that weren't serviced by the individual. But I think regardless of the individual who did it, leaving it out was likely done because I'm sure it could've been placed really quickly as they walked past the scene maybe without even having to stop. In and out

[@michinwaygook3684]

Actually I still think it could have been a factory worker. They came from all over the country after all. If the person was a factory worker poisoning random drinks than the drink left behind could have been put there with good intentions, and that person wasn't the killer. For instance maybe the person who paid for the drink got two drinks and put the second one out there as a goodwill gesture. The drink they took with them wasn't poisoned because the factory worker was only tainting random bottles, and that person lucked out and made the right 50/50 choice. People are saying all these drinks were left out by the machine, but the video only indicated that happened in the first case. It didn't say this was the case for every other poisoning.

[@user-qg8qg2sp7i]

I agree with you 💯

[@Kestral182]

This has become my favourite crimes channel. The way you set the scene of the area, the day of events, the depth of investigation, the respect to the victims...I could go on.

[@Sacofpotato]

How could anyone do such a thing to a person who they even don't know. World is indeed scary. Be careful wherever you guys are. Hope you are safe.

[@me-A2B]

it's easier if the people they killed are stranger since you don't have any emotional relation whatsoever.

[@dystopian..]

Look up the Tylenol murders

[@tjtruth4793]

Govts do it all the time. In fact, 250 million in the 20th century excluding all wars. Wonder how the 21st century will turn out...

[@arfriedman4577]

@@dystopian.. I was just going to say the bad Tylenol cases.

[@tessaducek5601]

@@dystopian.. Beat me to it. 😉👍👍

[@bluewingedchaoscat]

Your cat's health is so much more important than putting out a video. Hope he will be alright and not too mad at you for taking him to the vet. Cat's can hold a grudge over such things. 😁

[@lonick1692]

My cat must be an enigma, he likes the vet. Most of the cats I've has in my life hate me for days after I've taken them but my current little lad bruno loves it

[@bluewingedchaoscat]

@@lonick1692 Bruno sounds like quite the character. Or is he just incredibly sweet?

[@lonick1692]

@@bluewingedchaoscat hes got his quirks, hes the friendliest cat I've ever had, I've never know a cat to like a belly rub

[@wildechild5]

@@lonick1692 I've had four cats and none of them like to go to the vets. However, my last one loved to have his belly rubbed. He would lay there for hours and let me rub his belly. My other cat finally figured out hey this isn't as bad as it looks and so she would flop down and show me her belly and let me rub her belly and I know she did it cuz she was Big Time jealous of the other cat. All they're separate little personalities are so sweet and just make them the best. I wish I could have another cat but I'm severely allergic and after 35 years of having four cats my doctor says please stop doing this to yourself. But if one turned up at my door I wouldn't shoo it away.

[@mycreativeheart4159]

@@wildechild5 Are you not able to get an allergy shot? I did and have no problems now.

[@bthomson]

"What an absolute betrayal to caffeine!" Adrienne having a tiny bit of fun for once! 😍

[@donnyetta]

I have noticed he often makes jokes

[@lariwyman6273]

His name is Adrian...

[@AmysAttitude]

I mean, he usually pulls off at least one good subtle joke per video so I'm not sure why you think it's for once.

[@tinydream]

He makes jokes often and shows his cat at the end of many videos and is playful with him. He seems like a genuinely fun person to be around, imho.

[@johnstory2996]

@@lariwyman6273 Not anymore. It's Adrienne now.

[@karentrejo244]

This case shocked me a lot the first time I heard about it. Because I could totally see myself falling for it. There was a vending machine in my school that sometimes dropped two drinks. I never thought twice about it.

[@Sorchia56]

🤦‍♀️ when you said ‘I wasn’t alive yet!’ I remember both the Tylenol scare and this case. We stayed away from vending machines and Tylenol for a while. Actually, I haven’t taken Tylenol/acetaminophen since. I remember when ibuprofen went OTC and was thrilled! I feel old. Poor wee kitty! Get better soon!

[@CAHSR2020]

The threat is in the tampering, not the safety of the original drug, and any OTC drug can be made lethal.

[@Sorchia56]

@@CAHSR2020 All OTC can be lethal, we’re not all daft!

[@pollypockets508]

I feel old too, especially when he said that. Lol Gen X baby!

[@pollypockets508]

@@CAHSR2020 It's possibly just the association. Like if someone you knew was killed at a Walmart, you might feel weird passing by any Walmart.

[@kvetcherkit]

Wow how unfortunate and sad that the guy who saved the bottle and took it to the hospital died. Really shows how little was needed to be fatal. :(

[@TheoRae8289]

Right? When he said the man took the bottle to the hospital with him, I had really hoped he'd pulled through.

[@TheDramacist]

Spoiler

[@kvetcherkit]

@@TheDramacist yeah sorry that someone's actual life is considered a spoiler to you. Eat shit lmao.

[@onibabapapa2659]

i feel like substances as dangerous as this shouldnt be sold to the general public but i dont know how practicable that would be

[@F3aredGenocide]

​@@onibabapapa2659 it wouldn't be practical at all. Alot of things can be dangerous if used the wrong way or if mixed with other substances that have normal uses. Heck you can make something dangerous even on accident if you aren't aware of what certain mixtures make

[@bearlyeconomic]

I personally don’t like unresolved cases. It’s like a book with no ending. Like someone telling a story and leaving before finishing it. Finding out who did it is one of the most interesting parts of the story. Love your work.

[@fulfillingstew6978]

Agreed.

[@andreaIantis]

yes :( we're left wondering who was the culprit

[@tommymorgan4677]

Same here 🤔☹

[@sheeshee5083]

Me too. It bothers me a lot that it's unresolved till this date.

[@josephdahdouh2725]

I don't mind that it's unresolved if the murderer stopped his/her ways. But, off course, in an actual movie, I hate when the ending isn't really one that terminates such as how some series seasons end, and then you would have to wait for another year for a possible continuation of the story.

[@jamesr1703]

Yep. I immediately thought of the Tylenol murders. Always, thoroughly inspect everything, before you consume it.

[@lonick1692]

Man I am so paranoid about stuff like this that I always check my drinks haven't been opened when I buy them, it seems like a stupid thing to worry about and then I hear this and feel a little bit better about it

[@Nest-Stuff9]

You are not alone, I too do this! Better to be safe than sorry.

[@shazambrose3091]

Absolutely! Me too, it's just not worth it.

[@yeetghostrat]

I've drank things that had already gone bad, often because the seal was not properly secured, so many times that it's given me the same fear. I always make sure the safety seals are intact and untampered with. Also growing up with a dad who chewed Copenhagen and used soda cans to spit into and an alcoholic mom that would spike all of her own drinks, I absolutely never drink things that I know 100% haven't been touched by anyone. If I put a soda or cold coffee cup down, I will not pick it back up.

[@pumkin610]

It's not dumb if you survived

[@jacwindsor5552]

I agree I remember I think in the UK people were putting poison etc into jars in supermarkets and they had to have something to protect the jars. We have to be alert for nasty people all the time

[@DrStevzious117]

Adrian, thank you for shedding light on so many international cases. In my experience, the true crime genre is predominately siloed to American stories, and the importance of bringing cases from around the world is essential to social and international consciousness. Thank you!

[@MsGhostofficial]

Totally agree. The world is out there!!!

[@josh1382]

You should also check out dire trip. He used to live in Japan and is able to translate Japanese news himself.

[@DrStevzious117]

@@josh1382 LOVE Dire Trip! Disturban is also another great channel.

[@emilyann2663]

Can we all take a moment to appreciate Adrian’s Japanese pronunciations. Very well done 👌🏼💜

[@SilentRoadStudio]

The man is THE 🐐! 💯🔥

[@nhmooytis7058]

He always is careful with his pronunciation. He does his homework!

[@jh2325]

Respiratory 😅

[@jh2325]

Yukai. More like youkai

[@TouhouGaijin]

It's serviceable. Edit: "Yukai"?...

[@SlyyKitsune]

HELLO ADRIAN! I really hope this reaches you (somehow) but im sure this will get drowned out in the comments lol. Could you look into the case of "Seath Jackson" in the city of Ocala, Florida? It was a BRUTAL story of a young high schooler involving 6 people plotting his death. A very sad story in my hometown that left us devastated. Something that may be up your alley! but anyway, love the videos and the support you've gotten! It's well deserved! (P.S. maybe we can upvote this so he gets a chance to see it?!)

[@ND-Skyz]

I once got a Sprite from the local store and it kept dribbling when I took sips from the plastic bottle. Turns out it had a needle hole in it. I was quite young and simply returned the bottle for a new one instead of giving it to authorities. I felt a little weird but I have no idea if it was something in the drink or my mind running with the scenario. I had only drank a couple sips. I’ve always wondered what it was. If I had the bottle turned around the other way who knows what could have happened. I shiver when I think of it every time.

[@HooLeePhucingSheet]

Did you ever report it? Tell your parents? Or even tell the dude behind the counter.

[@nickyblue4866]

Sorry bout that.... i injected peepee into random sprites for laughs when i was a kid.... guess you got one of them...

[@rochelchase3726]

Glad to hear everything turned out fine for you.

[@ND-Skyz]

@@HooLeePhucingSheet told people, including guy behind the counter and parents, but it was not officially reported.

[@kyrohowe3156]

@@ND-Skyz wouldn't imagine that happening to me 💀

[@Kumiko026]

I’ve been to Japan 6 times, and 1 time, I made it a fun goal to only buy food and drink from vending machines. It was lots of fun. Would totally do it again. You’d be surprised the amazing food you can get from these things!

[@Weesouplover]

Not exactly first on my list after this 😅

[@TheSecretLover]

@UCrpxH9pbYwnNVr22-w2BH_Q If I visited Japan that many times, I would focus on restaurants the first couple times. Then I would have to see what interesting things they put in vending machines since they come up with so many interesting things.

[@bubwal23xifan]

When I was in Japan I loved the fact that beer was sold in vending machines. I emptied mine out in my hotel in like a day and a half

[@Spiritofdarkandlonelywater]

I remember when I went buying a chocolate type drink, out of curiosity, from a vending machine near the Fuji TV center. It was so good I bought 2 more.

[@bubwal23xifan]

@@Spiritofdarkandlonelywater what got me was being able to buy HOT canned coffee out of the vending machines. I was wondering at 1st what the cardboard sleeves were for on the side of the machine, I found out after getting getting first degree burns on my fingers. Lol Jk. But seriously, the can was hot

[@simonbarnett8668]

I was vaguely aware of this, so thank you so much for going all through the details as they happened in sequence.

[@ngaire-jasminbarrett5096]

Adrian, you don’t know how much I appreciate you and your content! Your soothing voice, respect for the victims and the gentle coffeehouse vibe is a wonderful combination! Thank you!

[@tristanbradoo7297]

Isn’t he so fit

[@ngaire-jasminbarrett5096]

@@tristanbradoo7297 he’s such a sweet dude, I absolutely love coffeehouse crime ☺️

[@valsblueforrest2961]

You are so good Adrian. I love how you present the stories in depth and passion. Great talent. I always feel so privileged to listen to you. Big hug.

[@CoffeehouseCrime]

Thank you folks! I don't deserve you 🙏

[@pollylewis5984]

Your voice is why I watch Coffeehouse Crime.

[@natashafaulkner666]

I was 13 years old when this happened and I also remember the Tylenol situation in Chicago here in the states we Believe in the Chicago situation there was more of a conspiracy but when we heard about this happening in Japan we were thinking it was a copycat but it was an actual person in Japan doing this I feel for the families that lost their loved ones and yes be very vigilant when it comes to your drink I never leave my drink sitting by itself it goes where I go especially if I go out I watch them make my drink you have to protect yourself because you never know what people might do

[@margretsims1322]

I recall the tylenol poisonings; I was in the Hospital for something unrelated, but I would not take a pain killer.

[@LittleNed2004]

Why would you think the Tylenol situation was a conspiracy? I'm in Australia but remember that particular case being reported here. Many years later I came across a theory held by some investigators regarding the Tylenol murders. The theory was something along the lines of only one of the victims was the main target but the others were killed to make it look random. America had another case a couple of years later that was similar but the perp was caught in that one.

[@Chrono_Dragoon]

I enjoy seeing you shake up the formula a bit. Long form, short form, solved, unsolved... it's like going to a coffee shop and ordering a different drink. The variety mixed with familiarity is both exciting and comforting. tl;dr: I personally like differing types of topic coverage within the same genre.

[@ecthelion222]

Oh yeah I remember this event. Terrible. I was a baby then but of course I heard about it when I was around 9-10. People are sick. It reminds me of the Tylenol murders.

[@A.Girl.Has.No.Name.]

That and the Excedrin poisonings.

[@leighkaiser7298]

I was wondering if anyone else was reminded of the Tylenol murders which also occurred in the 80’s. I doubt we will ever know who committed it. Excederin poisonings? I’m not aware of that. Guess I have some reading to do!

[@A.Girl.Has.No.Name.]

@@leighkaiser7298 look up Stella Nickell. She lived in Seattle in the mid 80s, and poisoned her husband to get rid of him/get his life insurance. When it was deemed he died of natural causes (the assumption was heart issues, I think) she put cyanide in Excedrin bottles, and left them on store shelves, which resulted in her poisoning complete stranger, Sue Snow, in order to bring LE's attention to the deaths as tampering murders. She was caught when she made the mistake of giving LE all the bottles of medicine from her house that had been purchased in recent months, including the Excedrin bottle from which her husband supposedly took the poisoned capsules... AND (against all odds!) a SECOND bottle of Excedrin that had been tampered with, but had been purchased from a completely DIFFERENT store. Whoopsie! 🙄 Thank God for many criminals being dumb, or at least for them thinking they're smarter than everyone else... otherwise, as with the Chicago cases, we likely wouldn't know the perpetrator of these crimes, either.

[@rubysparkles3194]

I immediately thought of the Tylenol murders in the USA as well. The person who did it was never identified, if I remember correctly.

[@beth-bi9yv]

Right?? That is the case I thought of immediately too. Also unsolved I believe.

[@jamielee7404]

The only thing I definitely minded is for this sick person to never being caught. As far as your videos, awesome like always. And wishing a speedy recovery to your cat. I have five, one if them is 20 and a half years old so I appreciate you taking time off to look after your fur buddy.

[@yoyo-zu4fe]

Its a scary world with lots of evil, disturbed people. I am starting to get so paranoid. I remember growing up never had to worry about bad people. But now they seem to be everywhere. The more I appreciate the kind people in my life, and the kind people I meet along the way. Stay safe kind hearted people. 🙌❤

[@lexcellent99]

At the beginning I almost forgot i was watching a crime video....I would love to see Adrian do a channel where he shares his well researched insights about other countries

[@SideOrderOfBeef]

Usually I don't enjoy watching unsolved cases since there's a lack of justice but I thoroughly enjoyed this video! Also hope all goes well with your gorgeous cat! I'm a vet and I adore cats so I'll be sending good vibes your way!

[@therealdeal3672]

I hope Nero is okay and he's feeling better fast! I'm glad I didn't know about this vending machine unsolved murder mystery in the 1980s. I spent 7 weeks in Tokyo in 1987 and had my first canned coffee from a vending machine there. This was way before Starbucks or any American company had ever thought about putting brewed and prepared coffee into a closed container for sale. And if I'd known about the vending machine murders I probably would have refrained from buying anything from the vending machines, that are literally all over the place. This definitely does have a ring of the Tylenol murders. Both unsolved, both random victims. And every product meant for consumption has been forever changed with regard to packaging due to these crimes. Thankfully this type of thing would be very difficult for someone to pull off today.

[@harveykauffman1448]

Would have never heard about this case if you didn't cover it! This is my favorite channel to watch when eating or having a coffee, the attention to detail and all the efforts are worth ever ounce of support!

[@jaysea802]

To your question at the end: I would listen to you tell us a crime story about Bigfoot drowning the Loch Ness Monster and still be completely enthralled and glad to listen. That's to say: the fact that this crime is unsolved doesn't bother me one bit. I love everything about your content, especially the way you set and frame the story with interesting and relevant background information. You're one of my favorites, Keep it up 😘

[@chriswest8989]

Uh, hello!! Who wouldn’t listen to a true story about Bigfoot fighting Godzilla?? That would be amazing.

[@wandaferrer7663]

I’m very impressed by how well he pronounces these prefectures. This is not the first time he has done this! He is impressive in his manner and how he presents himself. I do enjoy listening to him speak! Thank You!

[@kathryngardner8259]

I love that you always take a moment to highlight the nice things about the place you’re talking about

[@letitiarosenthal8142]

Thank you for your content, always well put together. Unsolved cases are fine to include. You're right up there as one of my favourite true crime channels. Respectfully delivered stories consistently.

[@GamerGrrrlAlex_2.0]

Bringing light to unsolved crimes is important, sometimes more important to the families of victims because it can help local law enforcement to reexamine cold cases. My kitty boy and I are sending love to your beautiful kitty, hopefully it's nothing serious and he is back to his usual kitty self soon. 💚

[@CyanPhoenix_]

Just for reference, "Konbini" refers to convenience stores, not vending machines :)

[@ChaseTheFloof]

This guy needs a Netflix show or something

[@victoriabenade5156]

Hugs to Nero Hope he's feeling better soon. Enjoyed this video. Thank you for sharing this story

[@mfburns7909]

I'm glad you brought up the Chicago Tylenol Murders. I was wondering if you did or were going to do a video about that. It deserves it's own episode from you

[@macywindu5602]

I always look forward to these videos because I either listen to it on the way to work or on the way home and keeps me awake when sitting in traffic. Can't wait for more!

[@majasickert6505]

Adrian, greetings from Germany and thank you for introducing us to another case I have not heard about yet. I do love to learn about all those cases happening all over the world, no matter if they are solved or not.

[@guesswho7881]

Another KZbinr did this same case a few weeks ago, it’s interesting to hear your style of story telling to theirs, great job by both of you

[@littlefishiesinthese]

I’ve never heard of this one! Thanks for the fantastic coverage of super interesting content as always!

[@oskarrmason1481]

my cousin visited Japan three times and she told that the land of the rising sun feels like your time travelling into the future.

[@kostotiainen]

Mate, I LOVE how you give us historical details and actually EDUCATE your viewers. I wasn't a fan of this channel at the start, but I'm a convert now.

[@user-lp3ti9zi5r]

This case gave me trust issues when I go out for coffee or drinks 🤣 Btw, thank you Adrian!! I noticed you're posting more frequently lately!! I didn't have to wait long. Thank you for the hard work :)

[@Kardellan]

Love your content, Adrien! Solved, unsolved and mini-updates are absolutely fascinating since you put so much detail and love into your videos. I hope your precious cat is doing well and take whatever time you need. Thank you and stay safe.

[@sarahbontinen]

I honestly enjoy all the content you put out! Your effort to set the stage both of location and what life was like at the time is top notch, and I'm always impressed with your pronunciation of people's names and places. I would listen to you present on any kind of topic!

[@Hannah-ks4mi]

Adrian, you'd make a story about a lump of clay really interesting so I didn't mind at all that this case wasn't resolved. Great content and your presentation is flawless. Love watching your vids.

[@ashleighnicole5075]

Your so bloody gentle and genuine Adrian ❤Thank you for being you, it’s so nice and always refreshing to watch and see you in your always amazing content 🫵🏻👍🏼I can’t click on fast enough ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@Rodviet]

Wow the first few minutes of this video are so fun and interesting, thank you for including culture in your videos, love the work you do. Thank you Adrian! Hi from Mexico 💕

[@marshabrubaker185]

I like cold cases being re-examined because it brings new attention to & possibly new information for solving the case.

[@christinaz8491]

I don't mind that you posted a not-your-usual-case here. In fact, I enjoy all of your case reports. Your format is so organized and easy to follow. Please don't change 😍 you are awesome! Also, I hope your cat feels better soon.

[@Sarah_D.]

When my pre-caffeinated brain first read the title, I immediately thought about the statistic of vending machines killing more people per year than sharks. So, I thought this was going to be about some kind of weird homicidal vending machine. Yeah, I feel silly now. It would have been a really interesting story though! Hope your kitty feels better soon!

[@deniseroe5891]

Thought the same too.

[@MsGhostofficial]

hahahah! Seriously!!!

[@emilyau8023]

Pretty rare but they do fall on people.

[@Mary_Beth_Reimer]

❤️🙏🏼 I hope your furbaby is alright! Please keep us posted. 😻

[@desireeadams1261]

Sending lots of love and prayers for your sweet cat to get better 🙏🏽🙏🏽 hope the vet trip goes smoothly ♥️

[@danielimpastato3466]

Adrian I always enjoy your content. Huge True Crime Fan here. Solved or unsolved are equally intriguing when you narrate them. BTW I hope your cat will get well. 🐈 All the best.

[@kellys1458]

When you mentioned keeping an eye on the person making your coffee, it made me think about: The baristas at Starbucks are on strike today, calling for unionization. So, be kind to your barista! Tip them well and have patience and compassion!

[@chopsticksforlegs]

People should not be tipped at work to be able to pay their bills. Employers should provide a living wage, and not depend on tips from customers to pay their wages. It's so ridiculous in the US.

[@nikkimcdonald4562]

@@chopsticksforlegs LMAO

[@chopsticksforlegs]

@@nikkimcdonald4562 what's so funny

[@JamieKitchens6]

I thoroughly enjoy your videos, and your manner of delivery. You are so respectful. Please keep up the good work.

[@MrFruitgum]

I live in the UK here are my thoughts. 1. Leaving a stall/shop unmanned = It would get robbed 100% 2. Finding a can/bottle of drink on top of a vending machine = No one ever in the UK would drink it regardless how thirsty they were, because you would know that someone had done something to it.

[@NeonCoast139]

Hey Adrian, I really like when you cover unsolved cases. I had been hoping you'd cover one soon and it doesn't disappoint! Love your videos and great job!

[@laurenwright5415]

I enjoyed the coverage of this unsolved case! Thank you!!

[@BurgerFace]

Your motto is “solved and UNSOLVED cases, weekly” so everyone should expect unsolved cases from u my friend, great video as usual

[@rbrachmann]

Great story. No matter what you cover (including a follow-up or an unsolved case), I find them intriguing and they get my full attention. Thanks.

[@camilohiche4475]

I've been binge watching these Crimehouse Coffee videos, keep it up!

[@shellyb413]

@CoffeehouseCrime I have to compliment you on the content you bring to KZbin. I am starting to get to know you through your witty humor, and personal comments and cut takes. Keep up the great job!

[@Aliciapaige777]

Another fascinating story, I am a huge fan, you tell their stories so perfectly Adrian, please continue to make more, it’s important these people’s stories are told💛💛💛

[@joanadesousa7630]

Hope Nero gets better soon! Thank you so much for another amazing video, unsolved cases would also be very interesting to see covered here, your research is always so well done I’d personally love to watch more unsolved cases here.

[@leandrasmith825]

Hi Adrian your story telling and explanations of topics so we understand is brilliant. You deserve the success of your channel. Thank you for sharing your talent with us 👏🙂

[@franklee88]

It has been a long time to see an unsolved case on this channel. Keep up the good work you do and I'm looking forward to the next video! PS hope all will be well with Nero.

[@Caitrovih]

I think this unsolved case was fascinating! Good luck for your cat hope he gets well soon 🙏🏼

[@morgenlefay]

Appreciate all the research you do for each place ahead of telling the story itself for framing context which is spot on but doesn’t linger too long lol the length of your vids are my fav…so much KZbin content where people take forever to get to any point if at all. I don’t mind an unsolved mix (even though those are harder to take). I hope Nero heals 💚

[@JWildberry]

I would love for you to do more unsolved cases, especially recent ones. You have a big audience all over the world, and bringing attention to cases can potentially help solve them.

[@ThePoizonkiss]

I loved this video, it gave me some awareness of danger I hadn't considered before. It was quite alright that it was an unsolved case you chose, and, I wish your kitty 🐈 the very best of health and a very long life! 🐾💜☮️

[@rachellloyd263]

Aww get well soon pretty kitty x brilliant video as always, so intriguing and informative, I always look forward to them x

[@shayZero]

Terrifying. Utterly terrifying. Not that I would ever drink a random drink next to a vending machine, but I have found extra things in the tray and eaten/drank it. Ill never do that again!

[@juliegill6278]

I personally believe that we will never know due to the fact that DNA analysis wasn't available, the fact that it was so widespread and the fact that there were so many people mimicking the crimes being carried out. Please give that ABSOLUTELY INSANELY BEAUTIFUL AND ABSOLUTELY INSANELY GORGEOUS cat a MASSIVE pat, an INFINITE number of hugs and an INFINITE number of kisses from me in a bid to cheer him up!!!!!!!! I REALLY HOPE that he gets well soon!!!!; World's Greatest Animal Lover aka Julie Gill

[@chrischriskidnicky6088]

You couldn’t use DNA or fingerprints anyway since hundreds of people have used the soda machine

[@SpecialBlanket]

Lol! What a lovely comment.

[@eugeloo]

Among all the madness that is going on this world I love the sheer positivity of this comment. Way to go Julie!

[@euphorbia1581]

Reading this hurt my eyes!!

[@juliegill6278]

Thank you very much indeed for all your likes and compliments! Much appreciated!

[@Justin-br3xn]

Keep up the amazing work!! It’s so awesome to think I found your channel at like 200k and you’re at 1.52M now!!! Very happy for you!! 🙂

[@scottyerkes1867]

Senseless crime. Thanks Adrian for airing this case😀💚

[@lau4545]

Imo the only true crime KZbinr that really covers cases from all over the world and does all of them justice! 🙌 Really appreciate the background information bits and pronouncing local names without acting like they're weird or "exotic" 😅 Grüße aus 🇩🇪

[@dk4767]

Servus

[@A.Girl.Has.No.Name.]

Dire Trip covers lots of Japanese cases, as well. Adrian even gave him props for his video on the Junko Furuta case. (the one case he says he can't bring himself to cover. I understand why too, its HORRIFIC)

[@J2ojuiced95]

@@A.Girl.Has.No.Name. Lazy Masquerade too, he’s probably covered more cases from Asia than most other channels on YT.

[@lau4545]

@@A.Girl.Has.No.Name. omg yes, I watched a video on this case once and I was legit traumatized for weeks 🙈

[@kandreasworld4374]

Of course we don't mind. They can't all be solved and you bring the case back to the public's attention. Just be sure to give us update videos if anything changes. Go take care of your kitty! 😘

[@serialzero1979]

Don't sweat the videos, my dude! I'm sure everyone here understands that taking care of your (absolutely adorable) kitty takes priority. Wishing you both well! ^w^

[@pinkyysk]

I really enjoyed the content and layout. A careful and thoughtful video as always

[@jeneen591]

Wow this is one scary crime , just thinking about someone doing this is co sickening !!!!! Another great case , i always look forward to your up loads !!!!!❤❤

[@dnimlarebil]

Schön dass du rüberkommst! Hoffe du hast eine gute und sichere Reise

[@debleclerc1579]

Interesting case... any case you take on is bound to be interesting ... keep up the great work!