Erin Patterson appeal live updates: Mushroom killer to learn fate
The Victorian Court of Appeal has dismissed Erin Patterson's appeal against her triple murder conviction and granted a prosecution request to remove her non-parole period. This ruling effectively ensures she will likely remain in prison for the rest of her life.
Why it matters
The case is a significant legal development in a high-profile criminal trial that garnered international attention due to the nature of the crime.
- 1.35am . First published October 29, 2026 - 9.03pm
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