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Australia’s Mushroom Murder Case _ The Deadly Lunch _ True Crime

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TL
Published
Mon 18 Aug 2025
Episode Link
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/telework-login/episodes/Australias-Mushroom-Murder-Case-_-The-Deadly-Lunch-_-True-Crime-e36onm5

In 2022, Donato Frascati, a 70-year-old Australian man, died after consuming a meal prepared by his wife, Gail, during a family gathering. His sudden illness and subsequent death raised suspicions, leading to an autopsy that revealed he had ingested toxic mushrooms. Gail was arrested and charged with murder, prompting a high-profile trial that explored their troubled marriage and potential motives, including financial disputes. Ultimately, Gail was found guilty, highlighting the dark complexities of domestic relationships and the tragic outcomes that can arise from unresolved conflict.

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