In a shocking murder trial in Victoria, Erin Patterson is accused of poisoning her estranged husband Simon Patterson's parents and aunt during a family lunch. The meal consisted of beef wellingtons allegedly laced with death cap mushrooms, leading to the deaths of three attendees. While Patterson has pleaded not guilty, the case has garnered significant attention, especially given that she had not been diagnosed with ovarian cancer, despite claiming to discuss health issues during the lunch invitation. The trial is underway and expected to last around six weeks.
Erin Patterson is on trial for the alleged murder of her estranged husband's parents and his aunt through poisoning during a family lunch in July 2023.
Patterson served individual beef wellingtons to her guests, leading to the deaths of three from death cap mushroom poisoning, while denying any intent to harm.
During the trial, the jury learned that Patterson had invited her estranged family members to discuss health issues, later claiming she did not have ovarian cancer.
The prosecution and defence counsel agree on certain points, including Patterson's diagnotics, which adds complexity to the murder and attempted murder charges she faces.
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