Has Pepper Spray Ever Killed Anyone?

Pepper spray is known as a “nonlethal weapon,” or a weapon that cannot kill people. While death is rare, reports have linked several deaths with the use of pepper spray. ... Causes of death for other study subjects were drug use, disease, positional asphyxia, or a combination of factors.

How dangerous is pepper spray?

Pepper spray causes irritation of the eyes, skin, and mucus membranes. Eye exposures can result in pain, redness, watery eyes, difficulty opening the eyes, and sensitivity to light. ... However, more severe injury is possible including corneal abrasions, wheezing, and skin blisters.

Has anyone ever died from bear spray?

Avoid contact with skin or clothing.” An EPA spokesperson said the agency isn't aware of any human deaths from bear repellents and has only two bear-spray incidents in its database.