INTRODUCING The Trial of Erin Patterson:

Australian mother-of-two, Erin Patterson, has been charged with three counts of murder and five counts of attempted murder after allegedly serving poisonous mushrooms to her ex husband’s family members.

In July of 2023, Gail Patterson, Don Patterson and Heather Wilkinson all died, and Ian Wilkinson was left fighting for life after eating Beef Wellington served at a family lunch.

Four counts of attempting to murder her former husband from preceding years have also been added to the charge sheet.

In this episode broadcast journalist Caroline Cheetham and Melbourne based correspondent, Wayne Flower discuss the case and the tight reporting restrictions in place in the run up to the trial which is set for 28th April 2025.

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On the new season, we’re covering the upcoming trial of Erin Patterson, charged with three counts of murder and five counts of attempted murder. She was dubbed the ‘mushroom cook’ after allegedly serving poisonous mushrooms to her ex husband’s family members. 

From April 2025, The Trial will be bringing you all the important updates from court each week. 

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We’ll take you into the courtroom to bring you the details as the evidence unfolds, to examine key moments and to carry out exclusive interviews with detectives, victims, and experts. 

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