Dr. Chris Webster, who played a pivotal role as a witness in the trial against Erin Patterson, has been sanctioned by the Medical Board of Australia for calling her a 'disturbed sociopathic nut-bag'. Patterson was found guilty of killing three family members and attempting to poison another during a dinner in 2023. Following his comments, an investigation led to Webster receiving an ethics training requirement and a mentorship, labeling his initial remarks as unprofessional. Despite this, he asserts that he stands by his statements about Patterson's heinous actions. The case has raised questions about the boundaries of professional conduct for medical practitioners, especially in high-stake situations like this.
Doctor Sanctioned for Comments on Mushroom Murderer

Doctor Sanctioned for Comments on Mushroom Murderer
Dr. Chris Webster, a key witness in a notorious Australian murder trial, faces sanctions from medical regulators for calling convicted killer Erin Patterson a 'disturbed sociopath' on social media.
In a high-profile case, Australian doctor Chris Webster has been penalized by medical authorities after making derogatory remarks about Erin Patterson, who was convicted of murdering three relatives with toxic mushrooms. Although Dr. Webster stood by his comments, the Medical Board found them unprofessional and mandated ethics training. Patterson is currently serving a life sentence for her crimes.