Trial begins for Lindsay Clancy, Massachusetts mother accused of killing her 3 children
They publishedTrial begins for Lindsay Clancy, Massachusetts mom accused of killing her 3 children
First reportNPR · 27 Jul, 08:43Z
Latest reportFox News · 27 Jul, 10:00Z
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Why it matters
What
Lindsay Clancy’s Massachusetts trial began on charges related to the deaths of her three children.
Why
The defense says severe postpartum psychosis affected her behavior, placing mental health and culpability at the case’s center.
Watch
Court proceedings will continue examining the postpartum psychosis claim and Clancy’s legal responsibility.
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Summary
- Jury of 12 women and 6 men seated in Plymouth Superior Court.
- Trial centers on criminal responsibility, not just killings of three children.
- Defense argues postpartum psychosis; prosecutors say killings were intentional and planned.
- Judge restricts media from recording 911 call and autopsy photos.
- Both sides clash over whether evidence could inflame the jury or harm a party.