Defense lawyers request probe of holdout juror in Clancy mistrial

Defense lawyers request probe of holdout juror in Clancy mistrial

Lindsay Clancy’s defense team has asked a Massachusetts judge to examine the conduct and public statements of the sole juror who voted for conviction, after the jury deadlocked and a mistrial was declared. Court investigators said the juror, identified as Michael Desronvil, had a history of domestic-violence allegations, including a 2021 assault charge and a restraining order, and was subject to an unpaid-rent eviction proceeding (NBC Boston). CBS News reported that the 2021 assault charge was later dismissed. The BBC reported that Desronvil told reporters he was certain Lindsay Clancy intentionally killed her children.

Fox News reported that he has retained former Trump attorney Edward Paltzik for representation. The New York Post said a public fundraiser raised more than $350,000 to cover his security and legal costs. His brother, speaking to the New York Post, said the family has endured intense public scrutiny. WJAR reported that the juror described lasting emotional effects from the graphic testimony and expressed doubts about a retrial.

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September 21, 2026
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Defense team seeks inquiry into conduct of holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy mistrial
Defense team seeks inquiry into conduct of holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy mistrial

The Guardian • 21 Sep 22:51

Lawyers for Lindsay Clancy have asked a judge to examine the actions and statements of the sole juror who voted for conviction, after a mistrial was declared when the jury could not reach unanimity.

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Clancy's Lawyer Seeks Inquiry Into Juror Who Voted for Conviction
Clancy's Lawyer Seeks Inquiry Into Juror Who Voted for Conviction

PBS • 21 Sep 22:31

Defense attorneys have filed motions asking a judge to investigate the conduct of the sole juror who voted to convict Lindsay Clancy and to consider dismissing the case altogether.

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Defense seeks inquiry into holdout juror and dismissal of murder case against Lindsay Clancy
Defense seeks inquiry into holdout juror and dismissal of murder case against Lindsay Clancy

CBS News • 21 Sep 22:23

Attorneys for Lindsay Clancy have asked a judge to investigate a juror who voted for conviction and to dismiss the criminal case, citing double-jeopardy concerns.

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September 20, 2026
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Juror who caused mistrial in Lindsay Clancy case shares photos with newborn daughter as fundraiser exceeds $350,000
Juror who caused mistrial in Lindsay Clancy case shares photos with newborn daughter as fundraiser exceeds $350,000

New York Post • 20 Sep 16:39

Michael Desronvil, the holdout juror in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, posted pictures with his infant daughter while a public fundraiser raised more than $350,000 for his security and legal costs.

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September 19, 2026
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Holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy murder trial hires former Trump attorney
Holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy murder trial hires former Trump attorney

Fox News • 19 Sep 10:00

Michael P. Desronvil, the sole dissenting juror in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, has retained lawyer Edward Paltzik, who previously represented President Donald Trump, as the case heads toward a possible retrial.

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September 18, 2026
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Holdout juror says he was certain of Lindsay Clancy's guilt after mistrial
Holdout juror says he was certain of Lindsay Clancy's guilt after mistrial

PBS • 18 Sep 18:05

Juror Michael Desronvil, the sole dissenting voice in the Lindsay Clancy trial, asserted he had no doubts about her responsibility for the deaths of her three children, while the other jurors voted for acquittal on mental-health grounds.

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Holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy murder trial says he had no doubts as jury deadlocked
Holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy murder trial says he had no doubts as jury deadlocked

The Guardian • 18 Sep 15:48

Michael P. Desronvil, the sole juror to vote guilty in the Lindsay Clancy case, said he was convinced of the defendant's guilt, while the jury remained split 11-1, leading to a mistrial.

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Holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy murder trial maintains confidence in verdict despite mistrial
Holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy murder trial maintains confidence in verdict despite mistrial

NBC News • 18 Sep 14:41

The sole dissenting juror in the Lindsay Clancy triple-murder case said he had no doubts about the evidence, while his attorney said he will not comment further as prosecutors consider a retrial.

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Holdout juror says he was convinced Lindsay Clancy intentionally killed her children
Holdout juror says he was convinced Lindsay Clancy intentionally killed her children

BBC • 18 Sep 11:49

One juror who refused to join the majority in the Lindsay Clancy trial said he had no doubt she planned the murders, leading to a mistrial after the jury failed to reach a unanimous verdict.

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Holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy trial says he was convinced of guilt
Holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy trial says he was convinced of guilt

cnn.com • 18 Sep 03:41

Juror Michael P. Desronvil told reporters he had no doubts about the evidence against Lindsay Clancy, countering earlier claims that he expressed uncertainty. The case remains a mistrial as prosecutors decide on a possible retrial.

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Holdout juror maintains certainty in Lindsay Clancy murder trial deliberations
Holdout juror maintains certainty in Lindsay Clancy murder trial deliberations

CBS News • 18 Sep 02:58

Juror Michael Desronvil, the sole holdout in the Lindsay Clancy case, said he had no doubts about the defendant's criminal responsibility, while the jury remained deadlocked, leading to a mistrial.

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Holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy trial retains attorney linked to Nolan Wells case
Holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy trial retains attorney linked to Nolan Wells case

TMZ • 18 Sep 00:07

The sole juror who refused to acquit Lindsay Clancy has hired attorney Edward Andrew Paltzik, who also represents friends of Nolan Wells, amid ongoing public scrutiny.

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September 17, 2026
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Juror describes emotional toll and deliberation dynamics in Lindsay Clancy murder trial
Juror describes emotional toll and deliberation dynamics in Lindsay Clancy murder trial

WJAR • 17 Sep 22:53

Juror Paula Devlin said the graphic testimony and lengthy deliberations left lasting emotional effects and expressed doubts about a retrial, emphasizing the need for mental-health treatment for the defendant.

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September 15, 2026
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Brother of holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy murder case describes family impact and juror's background
Brother of holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy murder case describes family impact and juror's background

nypost.com • 15 Sep 15:15

The brother of the juror whose dissent caused a mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial said the family has faced intense public scrutiny and revealed the juror’s prior domestic-violence allegations.

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September 13, 2026
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Juror in Lindsay Clancy murder trial faced dismissed domestic-violence charge
Juror in Lindsay Clancy murder trial faced dismissed domestic-violence charge

CBS News • 13 Sep 19:15

A juror who held out in the Lindsay Clancy murder case was charged with domestic-violence assault in 2021, but the charge was later dismissed, and the court has not disclosed the juror’s identity.

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September 11, 2026
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Holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy murder trial had prior domestic-violence allegations and eviction case
Holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy murder trial had prior domestic-violence allegations and eviction case

NBC Boston • 11 Sep 20:00

Investigators uncovered that the lone juror who refused to deliberate in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial had a history of domestic-violence charges, a restraining order and an unpaid-rent eviction proceeding, raising questions about jury vetting procedures.

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