Overview

• The prosecution closed its case after six weeks, prompting the defence to call Patterson as its first witness.
• Patterson described growing distance in her relationship with her estranged husband and his parents before the July 2023 lunch.
• She recounted a lifelong battle with low self-esteem and a profound religious experience that shaped her personal state.
• The defence reiterated its position that the death cap mushrooms in the beef Wellington were served unintentionally.
• Earlier testimony detailed police forensics, including her mushroom purchases, digital forensics on mobile devices and serving plate differences.