Lindsay Clancy trial live recap of opening statements, ex on stand
The murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, a Massachusetts mother accused of killing her three children, has begun with opening statements. The defense argues she was suffering from postpartum psychosis, while the prosecution contends she planned the killings.
Why it matters
The case highlights the intersection of mental health, specifically postpartum psychosis, and the legal system in high-profile criminal proceedings.
Massachusetts’ latest high-profile murder trial got underway Monday. Lindsay Clancy is accused of killing her three young children at her Duxbury home in 2023, and in court, the prosecution and her defense made their case with opening statements. Then the first witness was called: her ex-husband, Patrick Clancy, who gave at-times emotional testimony about their kids. Get a recap on court proceedings and analysis on the legal strategy as we begin a new season of “Commonwealth Confidential.”
Editor's note: Elements of this trial may be disturbing to some readers.
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