Florida Governor Offers Asylum to Holdout Juror in Lindsay Clancy Mistrial

Florida Governor Offers Asylum to Holdout Juror in Lindsay Clancy Mistrial

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said the state would grant asylum to the unidentified juror whose dissent forced a mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy murder case, after media reports linked the juror to a prior domestic-violence charge. The mistrial followed a protracted series of deadlocked deliberations in which the jury repeatedly split 11-1, with a single holdout juror refusing to apply the reasonable-doubt standard despite repeated judicial instructions.

Judge William Sullivan declined to dismiss the juror, re-read the instructions, and ultimately announced a mistrial on September 2, 2026. Earlier, the jury had been sent back multiple times over five to seven days of deliberations, and the judge issued special instructions warning of a possible mistrial before the holdout’s refusal solidified the deadlock.

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September 12, 2026
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Florida Governor Offers Asylum to Unidentified Juror in Lindsay Clancy Trial
Florida Governor Offers Asylum to Unidentified Juror in Lindsay Clancy Trial

The Seattle Times • 12 Sep 23:46

Governor Ron DeSantis said Florida would provide asylum to the unnamed juror who voted against acquitting Lindsay Clancy, after the juror’s vote led to a mistrial in the Massachusetts case.

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Florida Governor says state would protect juror in Lindsay Clancy trial if harassed
Florida Governor says state would protect juror in Lindsay Clancy trial if harassed

The Guardian • 12 Sep 23:40

Governor Ron DeSantis said Florida would offer protection to the unidentified holdout juror in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial if the juror faces harassment, after media reports linked the juror to a past domestic-violence charge.

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September 11, 2026
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Juror says ex-husband's testimony swayed her in Lindsay Clancy murder trial
Juror says ex-husband's testimony swayed her in Lindsay Clancy murder trial

CBS News • 11 Sep 13:42

A juror disclosed that Patrick Clancy’s testimony was pivotal in her leaning toward a not-responsible verdict, while the lone holdout remained firm, leading to a mistrial.

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Juror says video of defendant's depression influenced deliberations in Lindsay Clancy trial
Juror says video of defendant's depression influenced deliberations in Lindsay Clancy trial

The Boston Globe • 11 Sep 00:49

A juror recounted how a hospital interview video shifted her view on Lindsay Clancy's guilt, contributing to an 11-1 deadlock and a mistrial in the case of the mother accused of killing three children.

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September 10, 2026
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Defense attorney seeks not-guilty verdict for Lindsay Clancy after mistrial
Defense attorney seeks not-guilty verdict for Lindsay Clancy after mistrial

The Guardian • 10 Sep 20:43

Lindsay Clancy's lawyer asked the judge to find her not guilty by reason of insanity following a mistrial, arguing prosecutors failed to prove she understood her actions were wrong.

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Juror Says She Felt She Let Down Lindsay Clancy After Mistrial
Juror Says She Felt She Let Down Lindsay Clancy After Mistrial

WCVB • 10 Sep 20:29

A juror from the Lindsay Clancy trial said she felt she let the defendant down after the case ended in a mistrial, noting that most jurors favored a not-guilty verdict based on lack of criminal responsibility.

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Juror says lone holdout in Lindsay Clancy trial offered no evidence, leading to mistrial
Juror says lone holdout in Lindsay Clancy trial offered no evidence, leading to mistrial

ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos • 10 Sep 17:40

A juror from the Lindsay Clancy murder trial said the single dissenting juror gave no evidence for his vote, contributing to a September 4 mistrial, while attorneys and officials responded to related conspiracy claims.

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Juror claims holdout juror ignored instructions and mimicked crime in Lindsay Clancy trial
Juror claims holdout juror ignored instructions and mimicked crime in Lindsay Clancy trial

Boston.com • 10 Sep 15:58

A male juror said a fellow juror repeatedly used a phone, failed to provide evidence for his position and appeared to reenact the killings, contributing to a mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy case.

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Juror describes holdout's bizarre behavior in Lindsay Clancy murder trial
Juror describes holdout's bizarre behavior in Lindsay Clancy murder trial

NBC News • 10 Sep 14:26

A juror from the Lindsay Clancy trial said the lone holdout juror mimicked the killings with a water bottle, contributing to a mistrial after the panel deadlocked.

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Attorney outlines strategy to avoid retrial for Massachusetts mother after mistrial
Attorney outlines strategy to avoid retrial for Massachusetts mother after mistrial

Fox News • 10 Sep 10:00

Lindsay Clancy's lawyer said he will challenge a possible retrial, seek reduced charges and push for psychiatric treatment instead of prison.

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Attorney defends ex-husband of Massachusetts mother amid online conspiracy attacks
Attorney defends ex-husband of Massachusetts mother amid online conspiracy attacks

Yahoo • 10 Sep 09:58

Lawyer for Lindsay Clancy says her ex-husband, cleared as a suspect, is facing a wave of false online accusations and urges an end to the misinformation.

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September 09, 2026
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Mistrial declared in Lindsay Clancy murder trial after jury deadlock
Mistrial declared in Lindsay Clancy murder trial after jury deadlock

Fox News • 09 Sep 21:07

A Massachusetts judge declared a mistrial in the case of Lindsay Clancy, accused of killing her three children, after jurors could not reach a unanimous verdict, with reports that one juror had previously expressed support for a separate high-profile defendant.

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Defense attorney says Lindsay Clancy repeatedly urges for her children during post-trial interview
Defense attorney says Lindsay Clancy repeatedly urges for her children during post-trial interview

New York Post • 09 Sep 19:57

Lindsay Clancy's lawyer said the mother constantly repeats a plea for her three deceased children, and highlighted her ongoing mental-health treatment after a mistrial in the Massachusetts case.

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Attorney to Seek Dismissal of Lindsay Clancy Murder Case on Double Jeopardy Grounds
Attorney to Seek Dismissal of Lindsay Clancy Murder Case on Double Jeopardy Grounds

yahoo.com • 09 Sep 19:47

Lindsay Clancy's lawyer announced plans to file a motion to dismiss the murder charges after a mistrial, arguing the lack of manifest necessity and double jeopardy.

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Attorney says Lindsay Clancy rejects online theories blaming ex-husband for children’s deaths
Attorney says Lindsay Clancy rejects online theories blaming ex-husband for children’s deaths

NBC News • 09 Sep 18:39

Lindsay Clancy’s lawyer says she denies conspiracy claims that her ex-husband killed their three children and notes she remains on suicide watch after a mistrial left her criminal case unresolved.

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Juror Holdout Leads to Mistrial in Lindsay Clancy Case
Juror Holdout Leads to Mistrial in Lindsay Clancy Case

PBS • 09 Sep 16:34

A single juror's refusal to vote for a not-guilty verdict on insanity grounds caused a mistrial in the trial of former nurse Lindsay Clancy, who is accused of killing her three children.

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Jurors Say Single Holdout Prevented Verdict in Lindsay Clancy Trial
Jurors Say Single Holdout Prevented Verdict in Lindsay Clancy Trial

bbc.com • 09 Sep 02:21

Three jurors disclosed that a lone juror's refusal to accept a not-guilty-by-reason-of-insanity verdict led to a mistrial after nearly 40 hours of deliberation.

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Jurors Describe Holdout Juror as Arrogant in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial Mistrial
Jurors Describe Holdout Juror as Arrogant in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial Mistrial

USA Today • 09 Sep 02:09

Three jurors said a single holdout juror repeatedly dismissed evidence and refused to apply the reasonable-doubt standard, leading Judge William Sullivan to declare a mistrial in the case of Lindsay Clancy.

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Juror Refuses to Acquit Lindsay Clancy Despite Expressing Reasonable Doubt, Foreperson Says
Juror Refuses to Acquit Lindsay Clancy Despite Expressing Reasonable Doubt, Foreperson Says

The Guardian • 09 Sep 01:45

The foreperson of the jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial said one juror maintained a not-guilty-by-insanity stance even after acknowledging reasonable doubt, leading to a mistrial.

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September 08, 2026
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Juror cites doubt as Massachusetts murder trial ends in mistrial
Juror cites doubt as Massachusetts murder trial ends in mistrial

CBS News • 08 Sep 22:04

An anonymous juror said the evidence left too much uncertainty to reach a guilty verdict, contributing to an 11-1 split that led to a hung jury in the Lindsay Clancy case.

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Jurors from Lindsay Clancy murder trial discuss deliberations after mistrial
Jurors from Lindsay Clancy murder trial discuss deliberations after mistrial

NBC Boston • 08 Sep 20:06

Three jurors, including the foreperson, spoke to NBC10 Boston about the deadlocked deliberations that led to a mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy murder case.

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Attorney for Massachusetts mother seeks plea deal after mistrial in children’s deaths case
Attorney for Massachusetts mother seeks plea deal after mistrial in children’s deaths case

BBC • 08 Sep 14:40

The lawyer for Lindsay Clancy, accused of killing her three children, said he hopes to negotiate with prosecutors following a mistrial, while a media commentator appealed to the former president for a pardon.

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Attorney for Lindsay Clancy requests presidential pardon after Massachusetts murder trial ends in mistrial
Attorney for Lindsay Clancy requests presidential pardon after Massachusetts murder trial ends in mistrial

nbcnews.com • 08 Sep 14:00

Lindsay Clancy's lawyer asked President Donald Trump to consider a pardon during a televised interview, while the state decides whether to retry her or offer a plea deal following a hung jury.

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Attorney for Patrick Clancy Says Defamation Campaign Targets Family After Mistrial
Attorney for Patrick Clancy Says Defamation Campaign Targets Family After Mistrial

WCVB • 08 Sep 13:04

Patrick Clancy's lawyer claims the family is facing a coordinated misinformation effort by online personalities and says legal action will be pursued following the mistrial in the case of his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy.

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Attorney says Patrick Clancy receiving threats amid online defamation campaign after children's murder mistrial
Attorney says Patrick Clancy receiving threats amid online defamation campaign after children's murder mistrial

New York Post • 08 Sep 12:39

Patrick Clancy's lawyer alleges the family is facing threats and false accusations spread by social-media personalities following the mistrial in the case of his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy.

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Attorney Seeks Trump Pardon After Massachusetts Murder Trial Ends in Mistrial
Attorney Seeks Trump Pardon After Massachusetts Murder Trial Ends in Mistrial

ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos • 08 Sep 11:49

Lindsay Clavia's lawyer asked President Trump to consider a pardon following a hung jury in her state murder trial, while prosecutors weigh a possible retrial.

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September 07, 2026
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Defense seeks rare judicial ruling after mistrial in Lindsay Clancy murder case
Defense seeks rare judicial ruling after mistrial in Lindsay Clancy murder case

New York Post • 07 Sep 19:08

Lindsay Clancy's attorney plans to request a motion that could overturn the hung jury, while prosecutors consider next steps following the mistrial.

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September 06, 2026
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Mistrial declared in Massachusetts case of mother accused of killing three children
Mistrial declared in Massachusetts case of mother accused of killing three children

CNN • 06 Sep 10:30

A jury deadlocked 11-1 in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, leading a judge to announce a mistrial, while prosecutors consider whether to retry the case.

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September 05, 2026
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Trump says Lindsay Clancy will face consequences after mistrial
Trump says Lindsay Clancy will face consequences after mistrial

Fox News • 05 Sep 16:55

A Massachusetts jury deadlocked 11-1 in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, leading to a mistrial, after which President Donald Trump said she will still be held accountable.

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Patrick Clancy says a new trial would be extremely painful after hung jury in children's deaths case
Patrick Clancy says a new trial would be extremely painful after hung jury in children's deaths case

USA Today • 05 Sep 15:26

Patrick Clancy, speaking through his lawyer, described a potential retrial for his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy as extremely painful, as prosecutors decide whether to pursue a second trial following a mistrial.

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Mistrial Declared in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial
Mistrial Declared in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial

bbc.com • 05 Sep 03:25

A Massachusetts judge announced a mistrial after a jury could not reach a unanimous verdict in the case of Lindsay Clancy, who faces three counts of first-degree murder and remains in a mental health facility pending further legal action.

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Judge Schedules Hearing as Mistrial Declared in Lindsay Clancy Murder Case
Judge Schedules Hearing as Mistrial Declared in Lindsay Clancy Murder Case

AP News • 05 Sep 00:39

A mistrial was declared in the trial of former nurse Lindsay Clancy, accused of killing her three children, and a hearing set for Sept. 29 will determine whether the case proceeds to a new trial, a plea deal or dismissal.

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September 04, 2026
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Mistrial declared in Massachusetts case over mother accused of killing three children
Mistrial declared in Massachusetts case over mother accused of killing three children

WBUR • 04 Sep 21:42

A Plymouth Superior Court judge announced a mistrial after a 12-person jury could not reach a unanimous verdict on whether Lindsay Clancy should be held criminally responsible for the deaths of her three children.

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Mistrial declared in Massachusetts case of mother accused of killing three children
Mistrial declared in Massachusetts case of mother accused of killing three children

The Guardian • 04 Sep 18:38

A Massachusetts judge declared a mistrial after a jury could not reach a unanimous verdict in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, who faces murder charges and is currently held in a psychiatric facility.

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Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court denies emergency appeal as judge moves to declare mistrial in Lindsay Clancy case
Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court denies emergency appeal as judge moves to declare mistrial in Lindsay Clancy case

NBC News • 04 Sep 18:30

A Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court judge rejected a last-minute request for an emergency stay, allowing the trial judge to declare a mistrial after the jury deadlocked for the third time in the trial of Lindsay Clancy.

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Massachusetts Judge Moves Toward Mistrial in Lindsay Clancy Murder Case After Jury Deadlock
Massachusetts Judge Moves Toward Mistrial in Lindsay Clancy Murder Case After Jury Deadlock

CNN • 04 Sep 17:10

Judge William Sullivan announced his intent to declare a mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy trial after the jury reported a deadlock, granting the defense a brief window to seek an emergency appeal.

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Jury in Lindsay Clancy murder trial begins seventh day of deliberations
Jury in Lindsay Clancy murder trial begins seventh day of deliberations

AP News • 04 Sep 14:32

A deadlocked jury in the Lindsay Clancy case resumed deliberations for a seventh day after a juror raised concerns about the judge's instructions on reasonable doubt.

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Jury deadlocked in Lindsay Clancy murder trial as defence seeks juror removal
Jury deadlocked in Lindsay Clancy murder trial as defence seeks juror removal

BBC • 04 Sep 12:12

A Massachusetts jury remains deadlocked in the trial of former nurse Lindsay Clancy, accused of killing her three children, after her lawyer requested the removal of a juror who allegedly did not follow instructions on reasonable doubt.

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Judge refuses to dismiss holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy murder trial
Judge refuses to dismiss holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy murder trial

BBC • 04 Sep 00:54

A judge denied the defence's request to remove a juror who allegedly refused to follow instructions on reasonable doubt, extending deliberations in the triple-murder case of Lindsay Clancy.

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September 03, 2026
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Judge Declines to Dismiss Juror as Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial Stalls on Sixth Day of Deliberations
Judge Declines to Dismiss Juror as Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial Stalls on Sixth Day of Deliberations

nbcnews.com • 03 Sep 19:51

The murder trial of Lindsay Clancy remains deadlocked after six days of jury deliberations, with the defense seeking removal of a juror and the judge refusing the request.

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Judge Refuses to Remove Holdout Juror in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial
Judge Refuses to Remove Holdout Juror in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial

CNN • 03 Sep 19:33

In a Massachusetts murder trial, Judge William Sullivan declined to dismiss a single juror who allegedly refused to follow the law, sending the jury back to deliberations after re-reading instructions on reasonable doubt.

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Jury remains deadlocked in Lindsay Clancy trial as deliberations continue
Jury remains deadlocked in Lindsay Clancy trial as deliberations continue

pbs.org • 03 Sep 17:21

A Massachusetts jury has again reported an inability to reach a unanimous verdict in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, who is accused of killing her three children while suffering from postpartum psychosis. The judge warned of a possible mistrial if the impasse persists.

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Massachusetts jury deadlocked in Lindsay Clancy murder trial, mistrial looming
Massachusetts jury deadlocked in Lindsay Clancy murder trial, mistrial looming

CBS News • 03 Sep 15:50

A Massachusetts jury resumed deliberations in the Lindsay Clancy murder case but remains deadlocked, raising the likelihood of a mistrial.

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Jury Returns for Sixth Day in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial After Two Deadlocks
Jury Returns for Sixth Day in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial After Two Deadlocks

Fox News • 03 Sep 15:05

A Massachusetts jury has resumed deliberations for a sixth day in the case of Lindsay Clancy, who faces three first-degree murder charges, after twice reporting it could not reach a unanimous verdict.

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September 02, 2026
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Jurors remain deadlocked in fifth day of Lindsay Clancy murder trial
Jurors remain deadlocked in fifth day of Lindsay Clancy murder trial

WBUR • 02 Sep 22:19

After 28 hours of deliberation, a jury in the Lindsay Clancy case reported it could not reach a unanimous verdict, prompting the judge to issue final instructions before a possible mistrial.

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Jury deadlocked again in Lindsay Clancy murder trial, judge issues Tuey-Rodriguez charge
Jury deadlocked again in Lindsay Clancy murder trial, judge issues Tuey-Rodriguez charge

USA Today • 02 Sep 20:58

A Massachusetts jury remains deadlocked in the trial of Lindsay Clancy for the deaths of her three children, prompting Judge William Sullivan to give a special Tuey-Rodriguez instruction and warning of a possible mistrial.

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Jury Remains Deadlocked in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial After Judge Issues Final Instruction
Jury Remains Deadlocked in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial After Judge Issues Final Instruction

CBS News • 02 Sep 19:01

The jury in the Lindsay Clancy case reported another deadlock, prompting a judge to deliver a final “dynamite” instruction before adjourning the deliberations until Thursday.

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Jury in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial Reports Second Deadlock
Jury in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial Reports Second Deadlock

PBS • 02 Sep 18:32

The jurors in the Lindsay Clancy case announced a second inability to reach a verdict, prompting the judge to order further deliberations.

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Jury Remains Deadlocked in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial, Judge Issues Further Instructions
Jury Remains Deadlocked in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial, Judge Issues Further Instructions

Boston 25 News • 02 Sep 15:39

A Plymouth Superior Court jury has again reported an inability to reach a unanimous verdict in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, prompting Judge William Sullivan to give a Tuey-Rodriguez charge and send jurors back to deliberations.

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Massachusetts Jury Deliberates Fifth Day in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial Amid Verdict Uncertainty
Massachusetts Jury Deliberates Fifth Day in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial Amid Verdict Uncertainty

PBS • 02 Sep 15:20

A Massachusetts jury continues deliberations in the Lindsay Clancy case, with a potential mistrial looming that could lead to a new trial, a plea deal, or dismissal.

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Jury in Lindsay Clancy murder trial deadlocked, trial resumes after arrest outside courthouse
Jury in Lindsay Clancy murder trial deadlocked, trial resumes after arrest outside courthouse

NBC News • 02 Sep 15:01

A Massachusetts jury remained deadlocked on the Lindsay Clancy murder case, prompting a fifth day of deliberations, while a woman was arrested for allegedly photographing jurors outside the courthouse.

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Jury Resumes Fifth Day of Deliberations in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial
Jury Resumes Fifth Day of Deliberations in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial

AP News • 02 Sep 14:33

The jury in the Lindsay Clancy case returned to deliberations for a fifth day after the judge questioned jurors about a recent courthouse arrest, while the defendant maintains she acted under postpartum psychosis.

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Jury Returns for Fifth Day of Deliberations in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial
Jury Returns for Fifth Day of Deliberations in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial

Fox News • 02 Sep 13:45

A federal jury resumed deliberations for a fifth day in the case of Lindsay Clancy, who faces charges for the deaths of her three children, after previously reporting a deadlock.

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Jury Remains Deadlocked in Lindsay Clancy Trial as Deliberations Continue
Jury Remains Deadlocked in Lindsay Clancy Trial as Deliberations Continue

CNN • 02 Sep 12:22

The 12-person jury in the Lindsay Clancy case reported it could not reach a unanimous verdict, extending deliberations and raising the possibility of a mistrial.

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Retired judge says deadlocked jury in Lindsay Clancy murder trial does not preclude verdict
Retired judge says deadlocked jury in Lindsay Clancy murder trial does not preclude verdict

Fox News • 02 Sep 04:00

A Massachusetts Superior Court judge noted that a jury deadlock after more than 23 hours of deliberation does not necessarily mean a hung jury, and jurors will resume deliberations Wednesday.

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