After treating two of her relatives for serious gastroenteritis symptoms, Dr. Webster realized that they were suffering from something much more severe: mushroom poisoning. Horrified by this revelation, he changed the course of treatment and attempted to stabilize the patients, only to be met with an unsettling moment when Patterson disclosed that the mushrooms were bought from a grocery store, a claim he found suspicious given her background in foraging for wild mushrooms.

While Dr. Webster's professional instincts kicked in, the chilling realization of her impassive demeanor amidst the crisis sent alarm bells ringing. When she discharged herself against medical advice, he immediately alerted authorities, marking an intense pivot in the case. The subsequent trial captured national attention; Patterson was convicted of the murders of three family members and the attempted murder of a fourth, with Dr. Webster's testimony being pivotal in securing a guilty verdict.

Reflecting on the events, Dr. Webster expressed relief and closure but also recognized the emotional weight of his role in unraveling what became known as the mushroom murder case. This disturbing narrative left a profound impact on the tight-knit community, where trust was shattered, and lives forever altered.