Overview

• Simon Patterson testified in court, describing Erin Patterson as 'extremely aggressive' in text messages and detailing tensions in their relationship before the alleged poisonings.
• Text messages revealed Erin Patterson's complaints about hospital treatment after the lunch and her reluctance to stay under medical care, continuing a pattern of discharging herself against advice.
• The prosecution presented evidence suggesting Erin Patterson did not consume the death cap mushrooms herself, while her defense maintains she fell ill less severely than her guests.
• Simon Patterson stated Erin Patterson did not inquire about the welfare of her in-laws after the lunch, raising questions about her concern for the victims.
• The trial, which has drawn significant public attention, continues next week with Erin Patterson maintaining her plea of not guilty to charges of murder and attempted murder.