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Police Officer's Bench Trial Set Amid Postpartum Crisis

3/19/2026

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Kelsey Fitzsimmons, a North Andover police officer, waived her right to a jury trial.
A bench trial is set for March 20, 2026.
Fitzsimmons contends she pointed the weapon at herself due to postpartum depression, and prosecutors say she aimed at officers during the June 30, 2025 incident.
The case includes a custody dispute with her estranged fiancé, Justin Aylaian, and she remains on house arrest with relaxed conditions.

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Story summary

Kelsey Fitzsimmons, a North Andover police officer, waived her right to a jury trial.
A bench trial is set for March 20, 2026.
Fitzsimmons contends she pointed the weapon at herself due to postpartum depression, and prosecutors say she aimed at officers during the June 30, 2025 incident.
The case includes a custody dispute with her estranged fiancé, Justin Aylaian, and she remains on house arrest with relaxed conditions.