The Briefing Day 11: Two-minute mushroom trial recap
May 14, 2025
A gripping courtroom drama unfolds as the trial of Erin Patterson unveils shocking twists. Key testimonies reveal the chilling absence of toxic mushrooms in sampled food. Intriguing CCTV footage complicates the narrative, raising questions about proving the alleged poisoning. The complexities of the case make it a riveting watch for true crime enthusiasts.
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No Death Cap Mushrooms Found
- No death cap mushrooms were found in the lunch sample, only store-bought field mushrooms.
- Experts said death cap poisoning is unlikely with cultivated mushrooms, which are not grown wild like death caps.
Tip CCTV Shows Dehydrator Disposal
- A tip manager saw a woman believed to be Erin Patterson dump a black Sunbeam dehydrator.
- Police collected the dehydrator the same day it was dumped in the e-waste bin at the tip.