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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Rachel Dobkin

University scientist accused of poisoning co-worker’s shoes and water bottle after being denied promotion

A scientist at the University of Wisconsin-Madison has been accused of poisoning a co-worker’s shoes and water bottle after being denied a promotion.

University police took Makoto Kuroda, a 41-year-old employee at the School of Veterinary Medicine’s Influenza Research Institute, into custody on Friday April 10 after the department became aware of a “safety issue” involving the scientist and another employee.

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