Trial opens for US mum who says postpartum issues led her to killing own children
Summary
A trial has started in Massachusetts for Lindsay Clancy, who is accused of killing her three children in 2023. Her defense says she suffered from postpartum psychosis, a serious mental illness after childbirth, and argues she was not responsible for her actions. Clancy has pleaded not guilty and was also hospitalized after trying to harm herself.Key Facts
- Lindsay Clancy is charged with killing her three children aged 5, 3, and 8 months.
- Prosecutors claim the killings were planned and intentional; defense says Clancy was experiencing postpartum psychosis.
- Postpartum psychosis causes hallucinations and delusions and is different from common "baby blues."
- Clancy was receiving medical treatment for psychiatric issues related to childbirth and had recently stayed in a psychiatric hospital.
- She allegedly sent her husband away to be alone with the children when the killings happened.
- Clancy attempted suicide on the same night and is receiving ongoing treatment at a state hospital.
- Her husband says Clancy was loving and caring and asked people to understand her mental health struggles.
- Jury selection has begun, with family members and medical providers expected to testify during the trial.
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