During the trial's 27th day, Erin Patterson faced cross-examination by Prosecutor Nanette Rogers, who challenged her claims about mushroom foraging and her communication with Simon and his parents. Patterson denied any anger towards her in-laws and emphasized her intent to approach them for mediation regarding financial discussions. She also refuted claims of planning to move her children’s school without informing Simon. The court explored messages indicating discussions about school fees and family dynamics, as Patterson sought to clarify her stance against allegations of wrongdoing.
Patterson denies she was angry with her in-laws, stating she only wanted them to mediate a communication issue with Simon regarding their children's financial arrangements.
During cross-examination, Patterson rejected claims that she deliberately poisoned her guests by foraging for death cap mushrooms to serve in a meal.
Rogers pointed out that Patterson did not inform Simon about moving their children to a new school, suggesting she did so without his knowledge.
Patterson insists on her stance from previous testimony, affirming her intentions in the group chat were not manipulative but rather aimed at improving communication.
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