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Here are some takeaways about the case so far:
Online friends testify about Patterson’s love of mushrooms
“She was a bit excited that she’d purchased a food dehydrator,” Daniela Barkley said via video link.
Jenny Hay, another online friend, said Patterson “seemed to really like mushrooms”.
Sole surviving guest recounts meal
His wife, Heather Wilkinson, was one of the three people who died from death cap mushroom poisoning in the hospital after consuming the meal Patterson prepared.
Wilkinson told the jury that both he and Heather were unwell that night, believing they were suffering from gastro.
Doctor’s call to police played to jury
The call was played to the jury.
Police officers went to Erin Patterson’s home and called Dr Chris Webster, who told them Patterson had returned to the hospital. Source: AAP / James Ross
Daughter’s interview with police played in the court
“She didn’t look unwell like Heather and Ian,” Munro told the court.
Heather Wilkinson and Gail Patterson died at the Austin Hospital on 4 August, followed by Don Patterson on 5 August. Source: AAP / James Ross
Patterson’s son talks about parents’ relationship
The jury was told Patterson served her children the leftover steak, potatoes and beans from the lunch for their dinner.
