Patterson's failed appeal leaves few legal avenues for the mushroom killer

Judd Boaz · ABC News (AU)

Published 30 Oct 2026, 10:22 am·1 h ago·1 min read

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Victoria's highest court has upheld Erin Patterson's convictions for the murder of three relatives and the attempted murder of a fourth. Few legal options now remain for the killer.

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