In one of Australia’s most bizarre and chilling true crime cases, a family lunch in Leongatha, Victoria ended in murder, mystery, and media frenzy. When Erin Patterson prepared a seemingly innocent meal of beef wellington, three of her guests—including her former in-laws—were dead within days. The suspected culprit? Death cap mushrooms, one of the world’s most lethal poisons.

But was this a tragic accident, or a premeditated poisoning? Investigators soon uncovered twisting alibis, hidden pasts, and shocking evidence that led to murder charges in late 2024. With a sensational trial looming, the question remains: Did Erin Patterson serve up a deadly dish on purpose? Or is she the victim of a horrifying coincidence?

Join Terror Bites as we unravel the shocking details, dissect the forensic evidence, and explore one of the most gripping murder cases in Australian history.

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