Erin Patterson's Murder Trial for Poisoning In-Laws Begins

The murder trial of Erin Patterson has begun in Victoria, where she is accused of serving her former in-laws a beef Wellington laced with poisonous death cap mushrooms, resulting in three deaths and one attempted murder. Patterson has pleaded not guilty to all charges involving the deaths of Don and Gail Patterson, Heather Wilkinson, and the alleged attempted murder of Ian Wilkinson. The case is being heard before a jury of 15, with opening statements scheduled from both the prosecution and defense. The trial has garnered significant media attention, with over 50 reporters present in Morwell, near the scene of the alleged crime. More than 100 witnesses are expected to testify, including Patterson's estranged husband and the surviving alleged victim. The proceedings are anticipated to last up to six weeks.