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Investigators
have not been able to pinpoint the ingredient responsible for
the contamination, the Journal said. (http://on.wsj.com/1UBmJ03)
Chipotle has been grappling with a multistate E. coli outbreak
that hit the burrito chain's sales and stock price.
The first outbreak surfaced last October. Later, it spread to
more states, and the last case of illness linked to Chipotle was
reported over two months ago.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, most people infected with E. coli develop symptoms
three to four days after contact with the germ. E. coli
infections are spread by oral contact with fecal matter and can
cause serious symptoms and even be life-threatening.
Chipotle's executives have been reassuring customers and
investors that steps are being taken to tighten food safety at
the popular burrito chain and that they would prevent future
food poisoning outbreaks.
Chipotle is expecting to woo back customers with stepped-up
advertising and direct outreach to its most loyal customers.
The company could not immediately be reached for comment.
(Reporting by Sangameswaran S in Bengaluru; Editing by Peter
Cooney)
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