Lindsay Clancy Case: Juror Names Sealed Indefinitely

A judge has decided to indefinitely seal the names of jurors in the Lindsay Clancy trial, citing safety issues and what he referred to as “significant and divisive attention” surrounding the case.

On Monday, Judge William Sullivan issued the order, acknowledging that while jurors’ names are typically public, there is a “real and present” danger to their safety. He stated that all names will be kept confidential until further notice.

In his reasoning, Sullivan pointed out instances where jurors and their personal information have been disclosed without consent. He mentioned that some jurors had approached the media after a mistrial was declared on September 4, 2026, although most jurors—including the deliberating members and alternates—have chosen to remain anonymous despite several requests for public statements.

Clancy, age 36, is facing three charges of first-degree murder in connection with the deaths of her three children: 5-year-old Cora, 3-year-old Dawson, and 8-month-old Callan, who were found strangled in their Duxbury home in January 2023. The mistrial was declared when jurors could not reach a unanimous decision, with a divide of 11-1.

Juror Paula Devlin, 65, spoke out about allegations of bias against the jurors. She emphasized that they aimed to start a conversation about mental health issues that could prevent similar tragedies in the future. “I think that’s one of the reasons we feel so strongly—no one should have to go through this,” she expressed.

After examining the evidence, Devlin cited “holes” in the prosecution’s case, particularly regarding mental health aspects. She stated, “How can you have bias if only women can go through postpartum depression? That’s not biased; that’s just a fact.” Clancy is scheduled to appear in court again on September 29, where updates about her case may be shared. The District Attorney’s Office has yet to decide on a potential retrial.