Mother Charged with Strangling Her 3 Children Makes First Court Appearance
A Massachusetts mother faces serious charges for allegedly strangling her three children and attempting suicide. Lindsay Clancy made her first in-person court appearance recently, three years after the tragic incident.
Incident Overview
The events unfolded on January 24, 2023, in Duxbury, Massachusetts. Clancy’s husband called emergency services at approximately 6 p.m., reporting that his wife had attempted suicide. Upon police arrival, they found three children unresponsive, showing clear signs of trauma.
Victims Identified
- 5-year-old Cora Clancy
- 3-year-old Dawson Clancy
- 8-month-old Callan Clancy
The two older children were pronounced dead at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Plymouth. The infant was transported to Boston Children’s Hospital but succumbed to his injuries shortly after.
Court Proceedings
In her recent court appearance, Clancy’s attorney proposed a bifurcated trial. The first phase would focus solely on whether Clancy committed the murders. If found guilty, the second phase would then explore her mental health at the time of the offenses.
Next Steps in the Court Case
- March 2: Oral arguments regarding the split trial.
- April 10: Scheduled mental health evaluation by a prosecution-selected expert.
The presiding judge and attorneys also discussed these upcoming court dates as they prepare for further proceedings. Clancy, who has been held on suicide watch since her arrest, has pleaded not guilty to multiple counts of murder and strangulation.
Background on Lindsay Clancy
Following the tragic events, Clancy attempted to take her own life by jumping from a second-floor window, which resulted in her becoming a paraplegic. This incident has been described by Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz as an “unimaginable, senseless tragedy.” The case continues to garner significant public and media attention.
