On day 10 of Erin Patterson's murder trial, significant testimonies highlighted the features of the death cap mushroom, as Dr. Thomas May described its characteristics and the complexities of mushroom identification. The defense, led by lawyer Sophie Stafford, emphasized the public's challenges in distinguishing mushrooms accurately. Additionally, Dr. Laura Muldoon testified that Erin appeared healthy two days post-lunch with no liver toxicity. The jury also observed evidence from the meal, underscoring the potential link to the alleged mushroom poisonings.
Lawyer Sophie Stafford takes Dr Thomas May through the visual features of a death cap mushroom. May confirms identifying features includes smooth cap, white stem, and white gills.
Under cross-examination, May agrees he has noted that the general public struggles to identify mushrooms and agrees on incidents of misidentification.
Dr Laura Muldoon testified that Erin appeared clinically well two days after the lunch and showed no signs of liver toxicity before discharge.
The jury viewed a photo of the remains of the beef wellington meal, showcasing a pastry with a brown paste, linking it to the mushroom poisoning.
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