Watch Live: Lindsay Clancy trial continues with psychiatrist on stand
Summary
The trial of Lindsay Clancy, charged with first-degree murder of her three children, resumed in Massachusetts with a forensic psychiatrist testifying. The defense claims Clancy suffered from postpartum psychosis and was overmedicated, while the prosecution argues she planned the murders.Key Facts
- Lindsay Clancy faces charges of first-degree murder for killing her three children, aged 5, 3, and 8 months.
- The trial is taking place in Plymouth Superior Court, Massachusetts.
- A forensic psychiatrist, Dr. Avram Mack, testified that Clancy mentioned telling her children to "go to God" before killing them.
- The defense called forensic psychiatrist Dr. Phillip Resnick, who said Clancy felt an "external force" take control of her body before the murders.
- The prosecution claims Clancy planned the murders and that her suicide attempt after the killings was not serious.
- Clancy pleaded not guilty, claiming postpartum psychosis and overmedication affected her actions.
- If convicted, Clancy faces life in prison without parole; if found not criminally responsible, she will be sent to a psychiatric hospital.
- The article provides contact information for suicide and mental health resources for those in crisis.
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