Judge tells jury in Lindsay Clancy trial to keep deliberating after deadlock
Summary
The jury in Lindsay Clancy’s trial, who is accused of killing her three children, remains unable to reach a unanimous verdict and has been told to keep discussing the case. Clancy says she was suffering from postpartum psychosis, a severe mental illness after childbirth, while prosecutors argue she knowingly committed murder.Key Facts
- Lindsay Clancy, 36, is on trial for killing her three children by strangulation.
- She admits to the act but claims postpartum psychosis caused her actions.
- Prosecutors argue Clancy was aware of what she was doing and intended it.
- The jury is deciding between murder, manslaughter, or acquittal based on mental health.
- If convicted, she could face life in prison; if acquitted, she may be confined to a mental health facility if deemed dangerous.
- Clancy’s legal team says she suffered from worsening mental health and used many medications that may have worsened her condition.
- The trial has included testimony from her former husband, family members, and medical professionals.
- After the criminal trial, both Lindsay and her former husband plan to sue medical and mental health providers for alleged malpractice in her care.
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