Autopsy Confirms Teen's Death Linked to Viral Spicy Chip Challenge
14-year-old Harris Wolobah died from cardiac arrest after consuming an ultra-spicy chip, exacerbated by an undiagnosed heart condition.
- The 'One Chip Challenge' involved eating a chip with extremely high capsaicin levels from Carolina Reaper and Naga Viper peppers.
- Harris Wolobah had an enlarged heart and a congenital heart defect, contributing to his death.
- Paqui, the chip manufacturer, pulled the product from shelves following the incident.
- Multiple cases of hospitalization linked to the challenge were reported across the U.S.
- Warnings on the product indicated it was not for children or individuals with health conditions.