Mushroom expert "funkeytom" takes the stand

At the start of Erin Patterson's trial, the prosecution alleged she travelled to places death cap mushrooms had been spotted. Today, the man who posted some pictures of mushrooms in those areas online gave his evidence.

Dr Tom May, a mushroom expert who uses the username "funkeytom" on the iNaturalist website, told the court how to identify death cap mushrooms. Doctors also gave evidence, explaining that Erin Patterson's tests in hospital appeared normal.

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It's the case that's captured the attention of the world.   

Three people died and a fourth survived an induced coma after eating beef wellington at a family lunch, hosted by Erin Patterson.   

Police allege the beef wellington contained poisonous mushrooms, but Erin Patterson says she’s innocent.   

Now, the accused triple murderer is fighting the charges in a regional Victorian courthouse. Court reporter Kristian Silva and producer Stephen Stockwell are on the ground, bringing you all the key moments from the trial as they unravel in court.   

From court recaps to behind-the-scenes murder trial explainers, the Mushroom Case Daily podcast is your eyes and ears inside the courtroom.   

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