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Lindsay Clancy Juror Fundraiser Passes $360K
A fundraiser for Lindsay Clancy's holdout juror Michael Desronvil has surpassed $360,000 on crowdfunding.
In brief
A fundraiser for Lindsay Clancy's holdout juror Michael Desronvil has surpassed $360,000 on crowdfunding. A fundraiser for Michael Desronvil, the only juror who favored convicting Lindsay Clancy, passed $369,000 toward legal costs after the mistrial. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Fundraiser Passes $369,000
A fundraiser for Michael Desronvil, the lone juror who favored convicting Lindsay Clancy in her Massachusetts murder trial, has passed $369,000 on GiveSendGo.
Desronvil's Statement
Desronvil said he had no doubts about the evidence but felt cut off during deliberations, stating the prosecution presented enough proof of intent.
“I didn’t have any doubts. As I tried to explain different possible theories during deliberation, I kept getting cut off as if I had doubts based on the evidence present.”
Attorney's Statement
Desronvil's attorney thanked the fundraiser for ensuring proceeds go directly to cover necessities after death threats and harassment.
“Stand With the Juror would continue as the official and authorized fundraising page.”
Juror's Status
Desronvil is currently safe at an undisclosed secure location in rural Northern New England.
“Presently safe and sound at an undisclosed secure location in a rural area of Northern New England.”
Case Status
The case remains unresolved with a September 29 status hearing scheduled after the mistrial.
The short version
A fundraiser for Michael Desronvil, the only juror who favored convicting Lindsay Clancy, passed $369,000 toward legal costs after the mistrial.
