Erin Patterson, 50, has been sentenced to life imprisonment with no chance of release for at least 33 years for murdering three relatives and attempting to kill a fourth with a toxic mushroom meal.
The Australian woman killed her in-laws Don and Gail Patterson, both 70, and Gail's sister Heather Wilkinson, 66, after serving them a toxic beef Wellington at her home in Victoria in 2023.
Heather's husband Ian Wilkinson, a local pastor, survived the lunch but suffered ongoing health issues.
Supreme Court Justice Christopher Beale described Patterson's crimes as 'the worst category for offending' and involved an elaborate cover-up.
Despite Patterson maintaining her innocence and claiming the death cap mushrooms were accidentally added, the judge noted she showed no pity for her victims as they fought for their lives in hospital.
The case marked the first time in court history that a TV camera was allowed to broadcast sentencing proceedings live.
Australian authorities are hunting Dezi Freeman, a self-declared sovereign citizen accused of killing two officers in Porepunkah, as his wife pleads for him to surrender.
Lord Tyrie criticizes the CMA for slow responses to big tech issues.
A campaign to save the Winning Horse pub in Claygate, Surrey, has reached a crucial stage as the council considers a planning application to convert it into housing.
Arson attacks on 25 masts since 2023 cost UK operators over £2.5 million.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood pushes for stricter border controls after Channel crossings.
Mary’s Meals reaches three million children daily with school meals in 16 countries.
Chef Poppy O'Toole explores advanced potato cooking methods beyond traditional baking.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood introduces sweeping reforms to curb Channel crossings.
A crash on the A487 near Machynlleth disrupts holiday travel.
Mary’s Meals now provides meals to three million children across 16 countries.
Lord Tyrie urges the CMA to act swiftly on big tech monopolies.
A second A487 crash near Machynlleth disrupts holiday traffic.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood ramps up measures to combat Channel smuggling networks.
Prince Harry returns to Nottingham for the WellChild Awards, a city he holds dear.
Mary’s Meals feeds three million children daily across 16 countries.
Mary’s Meals feeds three million children daily across 16 countries.
Lord Tyrie demands faster CMA action against tech monopolies.
The A15 near Lincoln reopens after a crash caused delays.
Chef Poppy O'Toole launches a TV series showcasing creative potato dishes.
Mary’s Meals feeds three million children daily in 16 countries.
Chef Poppy O'Toole ranks oven, air fryer, and microwave for perfect baked potatoes.
Chef Poppy O'Toole shares new potato recipes inspired by global cuisines.
1,000 migrants crossed the Channel, prompting action from new home secretary Shabana Mahmood.
Merseyrail services on the West Kirby and New Brighton lines have been cancelled due to a train fault, impacting morning commuters.
Commuters face widespread disruption as RMT union members stage a series of strikes across the London Underground network throughout the week.
The woman at the center of a police investigation into whether Madeleine McCann was killed in a hit-and-run accident says she had no idea officers were interested in her.
Arson on 25 masts since 2023 costs UK telecoms £2.5 million.
A crash closed the A15 near Lincoln, causing significant traffic delays.
A new report claims that US Navy Seals killed North Korean civilians in a botched 2019 covert mission to plant a listening device, an operation that had been authorized by President Trump.
The Duchess of Kent, a beloved royal family member, has died aged 92.
