First, I have to say what an amazing job you all have done deciphering the letter. The amount of dedication and time spent on this thread is impressive. Nice job!
Second, after reading this entire thread, I thought it was really strange the Tylenol bottle did not render much discussion. (If I missed this discussion, I apologize) Anyways, it struck me that all OTC medications sold in the USA have lot numbers (for the purpose of recalls etc) as well as expiration dates stamped on the bottle. I would think going off the expiration date vs how long the shelf life is for Tylenol, you could get a good estimate on when the pills were purchased which could also help narrow down a time frame on how long the body had been there. I know my current bottles of Tylenol purchased a month ago show a 2 year expiration date. Also, the lot number may show where that batch of Tylenol was distributed/purchased. Does anyone know if this was checked into? looking at the photos of items collected, the Tylenol bottle seemed to be in relatively good condition.
Second, after reading this entire thread, I thought it was really strange the Tylenol bottle did not render much discussion. (If I missed this discussion, I apologize) Anyways, it struck me that all OTC medications sold in the USA have lot numbers (for the purpose of recalls etc) as well as expiration dates stamped on the bottle. I would think going off the expiration date vs how long the shelf life is for Tylenol, you could get a good estimate on when the pills were purchased which could also help narrow down a time frame on how long the body had been there. I know my current bottles of Tylenol purchased a month ago show a 2 year expiration date. Also, the lot number may show where that batch of Tylenol was distributed/purchased. Does anyone know if this was checked into? looking at the photos of items collected, the Tylenol bottle seemed to be in relatively good condition.