Mistrial declared in murder trial of Lindsay Clancy

On September 5, 2026, Massachusetts Superior Court Judge William Sullivan declared a mistrial in the case of Lindsay Clancy, who was accused of murdering her three children, Cora, Dawson, and Callan, in 2023. The decision followed the jury's inability to reach a unanimous verdict after days of deliberation. While Clancy does not dispute that she killed her children, the defense argues she suffered from postpartum psychosis, whereas the prosecution contends the act was a calculated, intentional decision.

Following the mistrial, defense attorney Kevin Reddington expressed his desire to reach an agreement with Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz to avoid a retrial. Reddington also publicly appealed to President Donald Trump to grant a pardon, despite the fact that under Massachusetts law, only the state governor has the authority to issue such a pardon for state-level charges. The case remains in a state of legal uncertainty as both the prosecution and defense consider their next steps regarding potential plea negotiations or a second trial.