Multiple reports say Dr Chris Webster, who played a role in helping solve the Erin Patterson murder case, says he is now broke and jobless. The articles focus on his post-case circumstances and present his account that he has faced significant personal financial and employment hardship. While the sources do not provide new forensic or case details, they frame Webster’s situation in connection with the wider public recognition he received for his involvement in one of Australia’s high-profile crimes. The reporting is largely based on Webster’s own statements and emphasizes his claim that he has “paid the ultimate price.” No outlet, in the provided excerpts, details the reasons for his current employment status or elaborates on any legal, professional disciplinary, or compensation outcomes. The common thread across sources is that Webster is described as acknowledging his current financial difficulties, including being out of work and having limited resources, after his earlier role in the investigation. The tone remains informational, based on the claims included in the articles.