THE GUARDIAN — US·SEPTEMBER 4, 2026
Judge declares mistrial in Lindsay Clancy murder case after jury fails to reach unanimous verdict – live updates
VERIFIED FACTS
- 01Judge William Sullivan declared a mistrial
- 02Jurors failed to reach a verdict on the third attempt
- 03The case involved determining whether Lindsay Clancy is criminally responsible for killing her children
- 04Judge William Sullivan told the jury they should be proud of themselves
- 05Judge William Sullivan thanked the jury for "an incredible commitment and dedication" to the case
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SUMMARY
Judge William Sullivan declared a mistrial after jurors failed to reach a verdict for a third time regarding whether Lindsay Clancy is criminally responsible for killing her children. The judge addressed the jury, thanking them for their commitment and dedication to the case.