Lindsay Clancy trial (live updates): Day 8 brings more emotional, graphic testimony

PLYMOUTH, Mass. — Jurors in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial heard more emotional and graphic testimony on Thursday from State Medical Examiner Dr. Kimberly Springer, who performed autopsies on Clancy’s three children, as prosecutors continued presenting evidence on the eighth day of trial.

Pediatrician says Lindsay Clancy appeared to be a caring mom; ME details infant’s autopsy findings

Court was briefly recessed after testimony focused on Callan Clancy, Lindsay Clancy’s 8-month-old son and youngest child. The medical examiner described in detail the circumstances surrounding his death.

As the testimony unfolded, court cameras showed Clancy appearing visibly emotional and crying throughout much of the proceedings.

Later Thursday morning, jurors heard testimony from Dr. Lindsay Rosshirt, a pediatrician who treated the Clancy children while working at South Shore Medical.

Rosshirt testified the children appeared healthy and happy during her care and described Clancy as an attentive parent.

Christoper Clancy, Lindsay’s former father-in-law, was also called to the stand. He said Lindsay was a devoted mother.

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Aug. 6, 2026, 2:41 p.m.

Judge is sending #lindsayclancy jury home for the day. Back at 9AM. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 2:41 p.m.

In cross:
Reddington: you must have searched everything to find that she was abusive to her children.
Chiachio: yes sir
You found nothing
Chiachio: no. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 2:39 p.m.

Chiachio: specifically retrieved a post #LindsayClancy allegedly wrote complaining about her son, Dawson
"Every single thing with him is a battle. And has been since he was eight months old." Written 5/21. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 2:38 p.m.

Chiachios also served search warrant for FB "Lindsay Marie Clancy" account and the group "Parenting For Littles" @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 2:35 p.m.

Chiachio collected DNA From #LindsayClancy at Tewksbury State Hospital on May 15, 2024. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 2:33 p.m.

Chiachio: mapped the route Patrick took that night, talked to witnesses including Lindsay's mother, and on 6.12.23 he went back to the house with search warrant for shingles on back of house where blood was noticed. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 2:31 p.m.

Chiachio: retrieved video surveillance from CVS and 3V Restaurant, the two locations Patrick Clancy was sent to on an errand, the night of 1/24/23, at the time the #lindsayclancy children were killed. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 2:27 p.m.

MSP Det Sgt Andrew Chiachio, assigned to Plymouth DA office is next witness. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 2:25 p.m.

On Sunday 1/22/23 Kyle invited Clancy's over the house. "It was a nice day, i was having fire to burn some brush, wanted to get the kids out and enjoy a nice day." #Lindsayclancy was normal, but quiet. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 2:20 p.m.

We are back in session in #LindsayClancy murder trial. Kyle Carney is next witness. @boston25 He is a friend of Patrick Clancy, met in college. Also lives in Duxbury.
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:50 p.m.

We are breaking for lunch now, until 2pm #lindsayclancy trial. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:49 p.m.

Reddington: and your son, Patrick, was very concerned about his wife?
C Clancy: yes.
And he confided in you
yes. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:47 p.m.

under cross, Christopher Clancy: "I knew she was having a hard time sleeping. I knew she didn't feel well. I knew she went to ER (so shore) when my wife (labor and delivery nurse) was working. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:47 p.m.

under cross, Christopher Clancy: "I knew she was having a hard time sleeping. I knew she didn't feel well. I knew she went to ER (so shore) when my wife (labor and delivery nurse) was working. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:42 p.m.

Under cross, Christopher Clancy said #lindsayclancy was a great mother. "An all-American family." @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:41 p.m.

On night of murders, Christopher Clancy received call from Patrick. His demeanor was "terrible" We went to hospital to see him. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:39 p.m.

Christopher Clancy: At Thanksgiving, #LindsayClancy at times had a blank stare. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:39 p.m.

Christopher Clancy, we offered to Patrick to take the kids for the night to give #lindsayclancy and Patrick a break. It was declined. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:35 p.m.

on Christmas Eve '22, Christopher Clancy visited the family. #LindsayClancy demeanor was ok "not terrible." Made plans for Chistmas Mass next day. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:33 p.m.

Christopher Clancy: Lindsay was frustrated with Dawson who was acting silly when it was time to get him seated. I got up to help her. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:31 p.m.

Christopher Clancy: Saw #lindsayClancy at Thanksgiving. She seemed a little quiet. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:28 p.m.

Christopher Clancy is Patrick Clancy's father. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:27 p.m.

Christopher Clancy is next witness in #LindsayClancy Triple Murder trial @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:22 p.m.

Bevins: #LindsayClancy's sister specifically told me not to bring up the children or what happened. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:16 p.m.

Shortly before the murders, Bevins said #LindsayClancy texted that she was taking meds and having dark thoughts. But was tapering off, and trying new ones.
She never mentioned hurting herself or anyone else. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:14 p.m.

Bevins saw #lindsayclancy in November '22 in CT. She was alone. We went out to breakfast. There was a group of us. No change in demeanor. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:13 p.m.

Bevins: #lindsayclancy said delivery was difficult with Dawson, would need time before having 3rd child. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 12:09 p.m.

Amy Bevins is next witness in #LindsayClancy murder trial @boston25 She is a lifelong friend of Lindsay's.
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 11:32 a.m.

We are takign morning recess now. Backin 20 mins or so. #lindsayclancy @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 11:31 a.m.

Reddington: Did she every complain about Patrick?
Decollibus: No
They were getting along? He was supportive?
Decollibus: Yes #lindsayclancy @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 11:27 a.m.

Decollibus: #lindayclancy loved her kids. she was warm, kind, loving. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 11:25 a.m.

Decollibus saw #LindsayClancy at Cora's birthday party in 1/23. She said her sleep wasnt getting better. She said Lindsay said she felt like a zombie. Decollibus said she looked tired. Didn't look like a zombie. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 11:20 a.m.

Decollibus: #LindsayClancy didn't talk of suicidal thoughts, or thoughts of harming anyone else. her appearance didn't change. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 11:19 a.m.

Decollibus was friends with #lindsayclancy. Saw her once a week. Lindsay said she had insomnia. said she couldnt sleep, even when children were asleep. "I grew worried for her." @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 11:15 a.m.

Next witness: Bethany DeCollibus is next witness. Licensed family therapist. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 11:14 a.m.

Reddington: Ever hear #LindsayClancy complain that she wanted to leave behind the life she had?
Hennigan: Lindsay always wanted to be a mother and have a family. She was a very loving caring mother. This is what she wanted, a big family. Happy to have kids close in age. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 11:11 a.m.

Hennigan, at Nov lunch "She definitely said she was in a difficult mental place and was unable to go back to work." @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 11:09 a.m.

Under cross, Hennigan described #LindsayClancy as a close friend. "Lindsay loved being a nurse, was excellent at it. You could tell it was a calling, she cared deeply about caring for women giving birth. She was incredibly nurturing and caring." @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 11:08 a.m.

Hennigan: texted #LindsayClancy 1.23.23 day before murders, checkign in with her. Lindsay said she was working w/psychiatrist trying to find right combo of meds to let her sleep and be functioning in day. Said it's been difficult. "Lindsay was always hopeful." @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 11:03 a.m.

Hennigan; We talked about therapy and medication. Was not concerned she would hurt herself. @boston25 #Lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 11:02 a.m.

Hennigan said she had lunch with #lindsayclancy in 11/22. Said LC complained of insomnia, "brian fog" She was concerned about coming back to work, didnt think she could do it. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 10:59 a.m.

Hennigan worked with #LindsayClancy at MGH Labor and Delivery for 7 years. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 10:58 a.m.

Andrea Hennigan, RN Mass General Hospital Labor and Delivery is next witness in #lindsayclancy triple murder trial. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 10:57 a.m.

On day before murders, Williams set Cora not feeling well, was on matt when #LindsayClancy picked her up. Said Lindsay picked up Cora and said "Oh come on baby. let's pick up Dawson and go home." Said Lindsay was a loving mother who cared for her children. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 10:55 a.m.

Stephanie Williams : Cora was a sweet little girl who loved her little brother. Loved to draw, play with babies, loved princess Sophia. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 10:51 a.m.

Stephanie Williams another preschool teacher is on stand now in #LindsayClancy triple murder trial. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 10:49 a.m.

Bertolo said at end of Dec or beg of January, Cora told her that "she missed her Mom" when Lindsay was in hospital. Lindsay was admitted into McLean Hospital in early January 23. @boston25 #LindsayClancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 10:47 a.m.

Bertolo said, day before murders, Cora had to repeatedly go to the bathroom. Bertolo told #LindsayClancy at end of day who said she'd talk to doctor about it next day. Said nothing out of ordinary with Lindsay @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 10:40 a.m.

Susan Bertolo, preschool teacher is next witness in #LindsayClancy trial. @boston25 Cora Clancy was one of her students.
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 10:37 a.m.

Fraone said starting in 10/22 Dawson started having "difficult" drop offs. Child clingy, might cry. Talked to #LindsayClancy in late Nov. Saw no signs of insomnia, or post partum. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 10:32 a.m.

Susan Freone, preschool teacher is next witness. Dawson Clancy was in her classroom. Knew Cora Clancy #lindsayclancy @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 10:28 a.m.

In cross with defense attorny Reddington
R: Was #LindsayClancy a complainer? About the kids being a pain or source of aggravation?
Dr. Rosshirt: No. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 10:26 a.m.

On morning of the murders, Dr. Rosshirt saw Cora for a physical. #LindsayClancy brought Cora for the annual.
She said Lindsay did not show any signs of postpartum; it was a routine visit. Suggested MiraLAX for Cora's upset stomach issues. @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 10:20 a.m.

Dr. Rosshirt: the three Clancy children were healthy. Dawson had a peanut allergy, Cora asthma, but they were controled. Never saw signs of post partum issues w/ #lindsayclancy @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 10:16 a.m.

Dr. Rosshirt was the Clancy family pediatrician since 2019. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 10:15 a.m.

Back in session. Next witness is Dr. Lindsay Rosshirt pediatrician at South Shore Medical Center is next witness #lindsayclancy trial @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 9:50 a.m.

Judge ordered a break after Springer's testimony. #LindsayClancy was inconsolable. As far as I could see, Lindsay was not seeing the autopsy photos of Callan at the defense table. Some jurors seem to have an emotional response to the images. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 9:48 a.m.

Springer said Callan's cause of death is complications of mechanical asphyxia. Complications because he died days after the incident. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 9:48 a.m.

Springer said Callan's cause of death is complications of mechanical asphyxia. Complications because he died days after the incident. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 9:39 a.m.

Jurors are looking at autopsy photos on screens in front of them. Big screen facing us is turned off. One juror is wiping her face with a tissue. Jurors are paying very close attention to this testimony. Lindsay is weeping. #lindsayclancy @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 9:35 a.m.

Jury is being shown photos of autopsy of Callan Clancy. Lindsay is crying, head in hands. I cant see the photos, monitor facing us is turned off. Medical examiner is describing Callan's injuries. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 9:32 a.m.

Linday Clancy is openly sobbing at defense table as ME describes condition of Callan when she first encountered him. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 9:26 a.m.

Dr. Kimberly Springer, MA ME called to testify in #LindsayClancy triple murder trial @boston25
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Aug. 6, 2026, 9:22 a.m.

Good Thursday Morning. I'm back in Plymouth County Superior Court for Lindsay Clancy triple murder trial. There is a sidebar now. It's possible medical examiner and autopsy results will be presented today. I'll be careful with my posts. @boston25 #lindsayclancy
— Bob Ward Boston 25 (@Bward3) August 6, 2026

Family nanny testified Wednesday

Day 8 of the trial comes after jurors on Wednesday heard emotional testimony Wednesday from a former family nanny who described life inside the Clancy household in the months before prosecutors say Clancy killed her children.

Elaine Rossi, who worked for the Clancy family for about three months in 2022, testified that Lindsay Clancy appeared devoted to her children while privately struggling with postpartum issues and sleep difficulties.

Clancy, a former labor and delivery nurse, is charged in the January 2023 deaths of her children, Cora, Dawson and Callan. Her defense team argues she was suffering from postpartum psychosis and is not criminally responsible for their deaths.

During Rossi’s testimony, Clancy was visibly emotional in the courtroom. She was seen crying several times while the former nanny spoke and remained emotional even after the testimony concluded.

Rossi told jurors she worked three days a week caring for newborn Callan Clancy from September through Thanksgiving 2022 as Lindsay prepared to return to work.

According to Rossi, Clancy confided in her that she was experiencing postpartum struggles. Rossi also testified that she was aware Clancy had difficulty sleeping and was taking prescription medications.

Lindsay Clancy Trial Elaine Rossi, the nanny to Clancy children, enters the courtroom to be a witness during Lindsay Clancy's murder trial at Plymouth Superior Court in Plymouth, Mass., Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026. (David L Ryan/The Boston Globe via AP, Pool) (David L. Ryan/David L. Ryan/Pool The Boston Gl)

The testimony offered jurors a glimpse into the family’s day-to-day life months before the deaths.

Prosecutors have portrayed Clancy as controlling, manipulative and overwhelmed, arguing she wanted to escape her circumstances. But Rossi pushed back on that characterization, describing a mother who cared deeply about her children.

Rossi testified that Clancy kept a notebook with instructions about the children’s care, which she said contained nothing unusual.

When asked by defense attorney Kevin Reddington whether she considered the detailed instructions overbearing or controlling, Rossi responded that she did not.