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Autopsy Confirms Teenager Died From Cardiopulmonary Arrest After Eating Incredibly Spicy Tortilla Chip

 Tragedy strikes as a 14-year-old boy meets his untimely demise, not from some perilous adventure or daring stunt, but from a fiery chip!

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Harris Wolobah, a teen from Worcester, tragically succumbs to cardiac arrest after daring to take on the infamous “One Chip Challenge”.

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 The spicy sensation, known for its searing heat, claimed the life of young Harris on September 1, 2023.

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Paqui, the chip’s manufacturer, swiftly pulled the product off shelves following the devastating incident.

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 An autopsy report unveiled the chilling truth behind Harris’s demise, pointing to a cardiac arrest triggered by the chip’s intense capsaicin concentration.

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Adding to the tragedy, Harris had an enlarged heart and a congenital heart defect, amplifying the chip’s deadly effects.

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But what drove this young lad to such a fiery fate?

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It turns out, Harris’s adventure began innocently enough at school, where he dared to take on the spicy challenge.

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Little did he know that this seemingly harmless act would lead to his tragic end.

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As he returned home, the discomfort set in, a warning sign of the ordeal to come.

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Despite efforts to alleviate his suffering, fate had already cast its dark shadow upon him.

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Paqui, the brand behind the perilous chip, had issued warnings about its extreme heat, but the allure proved too strong for young Harris.

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Worcester’s community mourns the loss of this promising young soul, a beacon of hope extinguished far too soon.

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Superintendent Rachel Monarrez offers condolences, acknowledging the profound impact of Harris’s passing.

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 But this isn’t the first time the One Chip Challenge has led to disaster.

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Last year, a high schooler ended up in the hospital after attempting the fiery feat, a $50 bet gone horribly wrong.

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The pain was so excruciating it took hours of medication to ease her suffering.

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In response to Harris’s tragic demise, Paqui issues a somber statement, emphasizing the challenge’s intended audience of adults.

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They stress the importance of heeding warnings, especially for those with underlying health conditions.

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Yet, despite these precautions, teens and thrill-seekers continue to take on the perilous challenge.

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With heavy hearts, Paqui announces the removal of the One Chip Challenge from store shelves and offers refunds to concerned customers.

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As the world mourns the loss of Harris Wolobah, let his tragic tale serve as a sobering reminder of the dangers that lurk behind seemingly innocent dares.

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