Digital evidence presented in court reveals alleged triple murderer Erin Patterson's frustrations with her in-laws months before the deadly mushroom meal. Facebook messages, photos of mushrooms on drying racks, and searches about terminal cancer paint a complex picture in this closely watched murder trial.

• Erin Patterson, 50, has pleaded not guilty to three counts of murder and one count of attempted murder
• Facebook messages show Ms Patterson expressing frustration about her in-laws and estranged husband Simon Patterson
• Ms Patterson allegedly wrote she was "sick of this shit" and wanted "nothing to do" with Simon's parents
• Messages detail disputes over child support and perceived favouritism towards Simon
• Digital forensic analyst testified about photos of mushrooms on drying racks and scales found on Ms Patterson's tablet
• Evidence extracted from a phone allegedly included internet searches about stage four cancer and brain lymphoma
• Defence maintains the poisonings were a terrible accident with no intention to harm

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