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Juror deadlock forces mistrial in Lindsay Clancy case

9/10/2026

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Clancy Mistrial

The murder trial of Lindsay Clancy ended in a mistrial after one juror blocked an insanity acquittal.
Judge William Sullivan declared the mistrial on Sept 4, 2026 after the jury reported deadlock three times.
Defense lawyer Kevin Reddington claimed Clancy suffered postpartum psychosis and asked President Donald Trump for a pardon.
Clancy remains at Tewksbury State Hospital; a status hearing is set for Sept 29 while prosecutors consider retrial.

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Sullivan Seals Jury

Judge William Sullivan ordered jurors’ names remain sealed until Sept 18, citing privacy and safety concerns.
The order permits any juror to speak publicly about their service if they choose.
The Boston Globe filed a motion seeking public access to juror voir dire and post-verdict inquiries.
Authorities charged a woman with illegally recording jurors as they left the courtroom.
Sullivan said the case has drawn intense commentary on social-media platforms nationwide.

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Clancy Mistrial

The murder trial of Lindsay Clancy ended in a mistrial after one juror blocked an insanity acquittal.
Judge William Sullivan declared the mistrial on Sept 4, 2026 after the jury reported deadlock three times.
Defense lawyer Kevin Reddington claimed Clancy suffered postpartum psychosis and asked President Donald Trump for a pardon.
Clancy remains at Tewksbury State Hospital; a status hearing is set for Sept 29 while prosecutors consider retrial.

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