As the Mushroom Murder Trial unfolds, the defence claims there is no clear motive behind the deadly incident involving Erin Patterson. 

But Crown Prosecutor Nanette Rogers contends that Ms Patterson deliberately obtained and used death cap mushrooms in a beef wellington, leading to the tragic deaths of three relatives and the attempted murder of a fourth. With final jury instructions set for Monday and at least another week before deliberations begin, this episode dives deep into the arguments surrounding motive, the prosecution’s case, and Erin Patterson’s not guilty plea. Don’t miss this gripping exploration of one of the most talked-about trials in recent memory.

The judge in the Mushroom Murder Trial has announced there will be at least one more week before the jury can begin deliberations, with final jury instructions starting Monday. 

Erin Patterson, age 50, is pleading not guilty to murdering three relatives and attempting to murder a fourth by serving them beef wellington containing death cap mushrooms.

• Crown Prosecutor Nanette Rogers argued Ms Patterson deliberately obtained death cap mushrooms and incorporated them into the meal
• Prosecution claimed the mother-of-two told "lies upon lies" after the lunch as part of a cover-up
• Defence barrister Colin Mandy criticised the prosecution for "cherry-picking" evidence
• He emphasised Ms Patterson's lack of motive, questioning why she would harm her only support network
• The 50-year-old voluntarily testified and subjected herself to cross-examination and international public scrutiny
• Mr. Mandy will continue his closing address today.

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