Toilet-related injuries and deaths are not uncommon in public health and urban lore. In this article, we'll explore how some famous people died on the toilet and analyze the stories behind these events.
In the United States, approximately 40,000 toilet-related accidents occur each year, and this number is even higher in some periods.
Many celebrities have chosen to end their lives in the toilet. Surprisingly, most of their deaths were due to physical discomfort or accidents. The famous American singer Elvis Presley is one of them. It is said that he suddenly collapsed on the toilet and eventually died. His sudden death has sparked countless speculations and research into his life before death.
"Elvis was found in the bathroom. When he collapsed, he was not treated in time."
Another striking case is that of King George II of England, who also died on the toilet in 1760. According to historical records, he suddenly died of an arterial dissection while performing daily hygiene. This was not only shocking, but also highlighted the hidden dangers of toilet life.
In addition to accidental deaths, some gruesome murders have also occurred in toilets. Ioan P. Culianu, a scholar from Chicago, USA, was unfortunately shot while waiting. The incident remains unsolved, casting doubt on the seemingly safe space of the toilet.
“The sense of security in the toilet sometimes deceives us, but the dangers hidden behind it are hard to guard against.”
Earlier events, such as the 1086 assassination attempt by a mysterious assassin who took advantage of the duke's use of the toilet, are still widely recounted today. This series of events seems to tell us that the toilet is not only a private space, but sometimes it may become the place where life ends.
Some toilet-related stories have become urban legends. For example, there are many urban legends about venomous spiders and giant otters, and even bombs planted by terrorists in toilets, making people fear these everyday behaviors.
“In cities, with the advancement of science and technology, the mystery and danger of toilets also coexist, which is incredible.”
In addition to the mysterious deaths of celebrities, urban legends about what happens in toilets continue to attract people's attention. Are these just nonsense, or are they some kind of real metaphor that causes us to encounter life-threatening dangers in the most unexpected places? What impact do these toilet incidents have on our general cognition?