Erin Patterson found guilty of triple murder in Australia

Wednesday 9 July 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 9 Jul 2025, 4:38pm

Erin Patterson has been found guilty of murdering her former in-laws during a family lunch involving a beef Wellington. Following a two-month trial, the 50-year-old faces a potential life sentence. A legal expert suggests the convictions may be difficult to appeal.

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1. NewsroomWed 9 Jul 2025, 5:00am

   Mushroom murder could mean life behind bars (opens in new tab)

2. RNZWed 9 Jul 2025, 5:01am

   Erin Patterson faces life behind bars for murder by mushroom (opens in new tab)

3. Otago Daily TimesWed 9 Jul 2025, 4:38pm

   Mushroom cook murder convictions 'appeal-proof' (opens in new tab)