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Kids found horrifying scene at Corie Walsh's home after she allegedly killed son, 2: prosecutors
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- Corie Walsh, a 40-year-old Illinois mother, was ordered detained after being accused of hanging her 2-year-old son Barrett, with her defense citing a "psychotic episode" linked to a diagnosed grief psychotic disorder.
- Walsh had been discussing the high-profile Lindsay Clancy case with friends shortly before the alleged murder, but her lawyers strongly denied any connection or imitation of Clancy’s actions.
- Prosecutors revealed that two children returned home during the incident and sought help from a neighbor, who found Barrett hanging and attempted CPR but could not revive him.
- Walsh was found trying to harm herself and reportedly made disturbing statements about poisoning her husband and calling her son the "anti-Christ" and "devil."
- Defense attorneys emphasized Walsh’s severe mental illness and expressed hope that a thorough investigation would reveal the tragedy as a result of her psychotic state rather than intentional malice.
