The article discusses the testimony of Patterson during a legal examination regarding her involvement with toxic mushrooms that caused illness in her guests. Patterson was emotional while denying any intention to harm, stating she never foraged or used the poisonous mushrooms. However, she admitted to lying about having a dehydrator, claiming it was a reaction to the unfolding tragedy after learning that guests had died. Her fear led to her inconsistent statements and her emotional confrontation highlights her distress.
During the examination, Patterson denied any intention to harm her lunch guests and expressed deep emotions when questioned about the toxic mushrooms.
Patterson acknowledged lying about possessing a dehydrator, admitting she discarded it fearing the mushrooms she foraged made people sick.
In a moment of vulnerability, Patterson reflected on her actions, stating she lied out of fear after learning about the deaths related to the mushrooms.
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