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Trial begins for mom who says postpartum issues led her to kill 3 children
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by AP via Scripps News Group , KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 20, 2026
· 3 min read
Jury selection begins Monday in the trial of a Massachusetts mother who strangled her three children while undergoing medical treatment for psychiatric problems that developed after she gave birth. Lindsay Clancy has pleaded not guilty to murder charges in the deaths of her children Cora, 5, Daws...
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Key takeaway Lindsay Clancy has pleaded not guilty to murder charges in the deaths of her children Cora, 5, Dawson, 3, and Callan, who was 8 months old when the siblings were killed on Jan.
Why this matters in The Waco
In Waco, where community support for new mothers is a growing concern, the trial of Lindsay Clancy raises questions about the local resources available for postpartum care. While the case itself is unfolding in Massachusetts, its exploration of postpartum psychosis highlights the need for accessible mental health services in McLennan County. The fact that Clancy, a former labor and delivery nurse, was able to seek medical treatment but still struggled with severe psychiatric symptoms, underscores the complexity of addressing maternal mental health. As the trial progresses, Waco residents may wonder what measures are in place to identify and support new mothers who may be struggling with similar issues, and whether local healthcare providers are equipped to provide adequate care and intervention. The outcome of Clancy's trial may also spark conversations about the role of insanity defense in cases involving postpartum psychosis, and how that might play out in Texas courts.
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Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
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