An Australian woman has been sentenced to life in prison for poisoning three of her former in-laws with death cap mushrooms during a 2023 family lunch.

Erin Patterson , 50, received a life sentence with a non-parole period of 33 years on Monday for murdering three relatives of her estranged husband using the deadly fungi in beef Wellington pastries served at her home.

Why It Matters

This case represents one of Australia's most shocking family murder cases in recent years, highlighting the deadly potential of death cap mushrooms and raising awareness about the risks of foraging wild fungi.

The incident devastated two families and brought international attention to mushroom poisoning dangers.

What To Know

Patterson served the poisoned meal to her estranged husband's parents, Don and

See Full Page