A ‘colossal failure’ and a ‘catastrophic miscarriage of justice’: that’s the claim from mushroom murderer Erin Patterson’s lawyers as she launches a bid to get out of jail. Today, the appeal - and how the Crown is trying to ensure Pattersons is put away for even longer. 

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Appeals in mushroom killer case: Freedom bid or more time for Erin Patterson

Inside the court where Erin Patterson will learn whether she will be freed

Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson’s appeal kicks off

This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music.