Australian Court to Rule on Erin Patterson's Appeal in Mushroom Murders Case

A court in Australia is due to decide on an appeal brought by Erin Patterson, an Australian woman convicted of killing three people and sentenced to life in prison. The case has become known in the media as the "mushroom murders" case.

What happened in 2023

The victims fell ill and died after a lunch at which beef Wellington, a dish of beef wrapped in pastry, was served. Those who died included Patterson's in-laws.

What is known about the appeal

The source does not state the grounds of the appeal or exactly when the ruling will be delivered. The court's decision will determine whether the life sentence stands.