WorldMushroom murderer Erin Patterson appeals conviction: what to know
Erin Patterson is appealing her conviction for killing three relatives and attempting to kill another with a toxic mushroom meal served at her Victorian home in 2023. She argues that prejudicial evidence, prosecution conduct and an unusual jury incident undermined her right to a fair trial. Prosecutors are separately appealing the sentence, saying parole eligibility after 33 years is manifestly inadequate.
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BBC News★★★☆☆2026-08-17 18:03Original
Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson appeals conviction: what to know
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