Ergot Poisoning In Downtown San Francisco
In today's news, there was a rash of public violence that is believed to be linked to a tainted shipment of wheat flour causing ergot poisoning in a number of individuals. Ergot poisoning is known to cause hallucinations and psychosis, and all affected individuals were residents or frequent visitors in the area surrounding several independent bakeries that received the tainted flour.
At this time, the incident has resulted in three deaths due to traffic accidents, along with many more victims of the poisoning suffering moderate to severe injuries.
Due to the involuntary nature of the intoxication resulting in the incident police do not plan on pressing any charges against those involved, but have stated that they will be pursuing action against the company that allowed the ergot-infested product to be distributed.