Erin Patterson Allegedly Tried to Kill Husband Before Mushroom Murders

Erin Patterson Allegedly Tried to Kill Husband Before Mushroom Murders
Above: Erin Patterson sitting in a prison transport vehicle in Morwell, Australia, on May 12, 2025. Image copyright: Martin Keep/Getty Images

The Spin

Narrative A

Patterson's trial omitted a trove of damning evidence — alleged prior poisoning attempts, toxin research, and suspicious visits to trash dumps — that could have made conviction swifter. By shielding the jury from this, prosecutors effectively handled her with soft gloves.

Narrative B

Despite some evidence being excluded to ensure a fair trial, the court followed protocol. Patterson was still found guilty on all counts after 11 weeks of testimony from over 50 witnesses and now faces life in prison, where she belongs.



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