Mother-in-law testifies Lindsay Clancy sought assistance prior to children's deaths

In a courtroom testimony on Tuesday, Lindsay Clancy's

In a courtroom testimony on Tuesday, Lindsay Clancy's mother-in-law revealed that the Massachusetts mother had repeatedly asked for help in the weeks before she allegedly killed her three children. The testimony came during a hearing where Clancy, who has admitted to the act but pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity, is seeking to suppress statements made to police.

The mother-in-law, identified as Susan Clancy, told the court that Lindsay appeared overwhelmed and frequently requested additional support in caring for her two young sons and infant daughter. She described Lindsay as a devoted mother who seemed to be struggling with postpartum depression, though she was not a medical professional and could not diagnose her condition.

Prosecutors argue that Lindsay Clancy, 32, methodically planned the killings on January 24, 2023, and was not suffering from a mental breakdown that would absolve her of criminal responsibility. They point to internet searches and messages she sent around the time of the incident as evidence of premeditation.

However, the defense maintains that Clancy was in

However, the defense maintains that Clancy was in the throes of postpartum psychosis, a severe mental health condition that can lead to delusions and impaired judgment. They argue that her repeated pleas for assistance were a sign of her deteriorating mental state and that she was not in control of her actions.

The hearing continues, with the judge expected to rule on whether Clancy's statements to law enforcement can be used at trial. A separate trial on the murder charges is scheduled for later this year.