Summary
Andrea Yates drowned her five children in 2001 and was initially convicted of murder, but her conviction was later overturned because she was found not guilty by reason of insanity, primarily due to postpartum psychosis. Her lawyer recently recalled their first meeting, providing insight into her mental state and discussing connections to preacher Michael Woroniecki's teachings, which some believe could have influenced her actions. A new documentary explores these aspects, including Yates' mental health and the intense religious beliefs she followed.
Key Facts
- Andrea Yates drowned her five children in 2001.
- She was initially convicted of murder, but her conviction was overturned in 2005.
- A second trial found her not guilty by reason of insanity.
- Yates has been in a maximum-security psychiatric hospital for about 20 years.
- She suffered from severe postpartum psychosis, including delusions with religious themes.
- Her lawyer, George Parnham, shared that Yates tried to scratch "666" off her head.
- A documentary examines connections between Yates' religious beliefs and her mental health.
- Michael Woroniecki, whose teachings some say influenced Yates, denies having a cult or influence over her actions.
