Event Brief
Aug 24, 2026 at 7:02 PM ET
Judge denies mistrial after witness mentions Catholic faith
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In Lindsay Clancy’s trial, the defense asked for a mistrial after a prosecution witness brought up Clancy’s Catholic faith. The judge denied the motion, instructed jurors to disregard the comments, and sent them home early.
WHO: The judge presiding over Lindsay Clancy’s trial
WHAT: Denied the defense’s motion for a mistrial after a witness mentioned Clancy’s Catholic faith; instructed jurors to disregard the comments and sent them home early.
WHEN: Reported Aug 23, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Boston, Massachusetts
WHY: The defense sought a mistrial in response to a prosecution witness bringing up Clancy’s Catholic faith.
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