# Mistrial in Duxbury Mother’s Case | Hartford News

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Podcast: [Hartford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hartford-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7569670)
Published: 2026-09-05T04:17:52+00:00
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A mistrial was declared in the harrowing case of the Duxbury mother accused of killing her three children in 2023, after jurors deadlocked for weeks—blaming one holdout juror. The trial wasn’t about guilt or innocence, but whether she suffered from postpartum psychosis and lacked criminal responsibility. Defense argued she was mentally unfit due to medication and psychosis, while prosecutors claimed the killings were part of a suicide attempt. Massachusetts’ insanity defense requires proving the defendant knew their actions were wrong—or could have followed the law—making the jury’s task especially complex. With the defendant now in a psychiatric hospital for over three years, prosecutors must decide if they’ll retry her, potentially pursuing lesser charges. The case has ignited national conversations about maternal mental health and systemic failures in care, as advocates rally outside court demanding reform. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/821715901b0a46a8

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