Massachusetts News

Patrick Clancy breaks silence on children’s deaths, defends care amid retrial uncertainty

Patrick Clancy, ex-husband of Lindsay Clancy, gave his first televised interview on CBS News, detailing the 2023 deaths of their three children and his struggle with postpartum mental health. He rejected online conspiracy theories blaming him for the killings, stating he did the best he could given his lack of knowledge about postpartum illness. Clancy described the aftermath, including his move to New York City to grieve and his subsequent marriage to Rachel Danis. As Massachusetts prosecutors decide whether to retry Lindsay Clancy for the strangling of Cora, Dawson, and Callan, Clancy emphasized the importance of focusing on perinatal mental health rather than blame. The interview highlighted the emotional toll on the family and the ongoing legal and medical disputes surrounding Lindsay Clancy’s care.