Chipotle removes jalapeños from some restaurants as health officials investigate salmonella outbreak

Chipotle Mexican Grill announced on Tuesday that it has removed jalapeños from select restaurant locations. The decision follows an investigation by public health officials into a salmonella outbreak, with the company identifying the peppers as a potential source of the contamination.

The removal serves as a precautionary measure while health authorities continue their inquiry into the outbreak. No further details regarding the scope of the affected locations or the specific timeline of the investigation were provided in the initial reports.