The Briefing Day 14: Two-minute mushroom trial recap
May 19, 2025
A gripping trial unfolds as Erin Patterson faces serious charges for allegedly poisoning her relatives with death cap mushrooms in a beef Wellington. Mobile data comes into play, linking her to crucial locations tied to the toxic fungi. Experts weigh in on the lethal properties of the mushrooms and the evidence that could sway the jury. The courtroom drama escalates as details of the case are unpacked in a concise two-minute recap.
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Phone Links Erin to Toxic Mushrooms
- Erin Patterson's phone data placed her near spots where deadly Death Cap Mushrooms were found before the crime.
- Multiple trips and stationary presence link her to mushroom sighting locations days before the lunch event.