Mushroom Killer's Testimony: Anger, Deception, and a Dehydrator

Accused Mushroom Killer Erin Patterson Denies Anger, Two Faces in Court Testimony The trial of Erin Patterson, accused of poisoning her in-laws with death cap mushrooms, continues in Latrobe Valley Law Courts. Patterson, in her testimony, denied claims she was angry with her in-laws and maintained she had a good relationship with them. However, the prosecution presented evidence contradicting her statement. "This family I swear to f***ing god," read one Facebook message from Patterson, presented as evidence. Another message stated, "I'm sick of this s*** I want nothing to do with them." These messages paint a picture starkly different from Patterson's courtroom demeanor. The prosecution also highlighted Patterson's disposal of the dehydrator used in preparing the meal, suggesting a deliberate attempt to conceal evidence. The court heard that Patterson dropped her children off at school the day after being discharged from Monash Medical Centre, then disposed of the dehydrator at the local tip. Patterson's lawyer is expected to present their case in the coming days. The trial continues to unfold, with significant public interest in the outcome.