Lindsay Clancy Juror Speaks Out, Celebrated as Justice Advocate
WHO:
NBC News - Michael P. Desronvil is the holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial.
US Magazine - Edward Paltzik is the attorney representing Desronvil.
WHAT:
NBC News - Desronvil stated, "As a devoted father and man of God, he will not be defeated or shattered by the wicked who wish harm upon him," according to his attorney Edward Paltzik.
Fox News - Florida Governor Ron DeSantis stated, "I'm sure he'd be welcomed and appreciated," regarding Desronvil's potential asylum in Florida.
NBC News - Desronvil stated, "I didn't have any doubts," contradicting claims made by the jury's foreperson that he had admitted to having "reasonable doubt."
PBS - Desronvil's attorney, Edward Paltzik, claimed that Desronvil is facing death threats, doxing, and harassment from a “lunatic mob.”
Fox News - Florida Governor Ron DeSantis offered asylum to Desronvil, stating, "Florida will provide asylum" if he is being harassed.
AP - The jury's deadlock forced the judge to declare a mistrial on Sept. 4, leaving the case unresolved.
AP - Desronvil stated, "As I tried to explain different possible theories during deliberation, I kept getting cut off as if I had doubts based on the evidence presented."
AP - Desronvil had a restraining order against him at the time of jury selection and was facing eviction from his apartment due to over $12,000 in unpaid rent.
AP - Desronvil was accused of domestic violence in 2021, a charge that was later dismissed.
Fox News - Desronvil has retained Edward Paltzik, a lawyer known for representing Trump, to fight back against public scrutiny.
PBS - Eleven of the twelve jurors were ready to clear Clancy of criminal responsibility, believing she was experiencing postpartum psychosis when she committed the acts.
PBS - Desronvil stated, "As I tried to explain different possible theories during deliberation, I kept getting cut off as if I had doubts based on the evidence presented."
PBS - A fundraiser for Desronvil has raised over $289,000 to cover costs related to "security, lawyers, and lost work."
NBC News - The murder trial of Lindsay Clancy was declared a mistrial.
US Magazine - Desronvil was described as "an American hero" by his attorney.
WHERE:
NBC News - The events took place during Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial, though the specific location is not mentioned.
WHEN:
US Magazine - Edward Paltzik made a statement via X on Thursday, September 17.
WHY:
Fox News - Desronvil's attorney stated he is being "dragged through the mud" due to the public's reaction to his actions during the trial.
PBS - Desronvil's actions have led to both public praise and scorn, with some conservative pundits calling him a hero.
NBC News - Desronvil stated he "didn't have any doubts" regarding the case, contrasting with other jurors' views.
HOW:
TMZ - A new photo of Desronvil holding his daughter was shared by his legal team.
US Magazine - Desronvil is currently in "an undisclosed secure location" in a rural part of northern New England and will not be giving interviews.
US Magazine - A fundraiser for Desronvil has raised over $289,000 to cover costs related to "security, lawyers, and lost work."
PBS - Desronvil is currently in "an undisclosed secure location" in a rural part of northern New England and will not be giving interviews.
US Magazine - Desronvil's refusal to find Clancy guilty led to his attorney's praise and subsequent representation.
(UPDATED September 19, 2026 21:56 UTC)
Desronvil's attorney, Edward Paltzik, emphasized that as a devoted father and man of God, Desronvil will not be defeated by those wishing him harm. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis expressed that Desronvil would likely be welcomed and appreciated if he seeks asylum in Florida. Meanwhile, a new photo of Desronvil holding his daughter has been shared by his legal team, highlighting his commitment to family during this challenging time.
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(UPDATED September 19, 2026 13:56 UTC)
Desronvil has stated that he had no doubts about his innocence, directly contradicting claims from the jury's foreperson who suggested he expressed "reasonable doubt." His attorney, Edward Paltzik, revealed that Desronvil is currently facing severe threats, including doxing and harassment from what he described as a “lunatic mob.” In response to these concerns, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has offered Desronvil asylum, declaring that "Florida will provide asylum" if he continues to be harassed, while Desronvil remains in "an undisclosed secure location" in northern New England and is not available for interviews.
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(UPDATED September 19, 2026 10:56 UTC)
A mistrial was declared in the case against Desronvil after the jury was unable to reach a unanimous decision, leaving the matter unresolved. Desronvil, who has retained attorney Edward Paltzik, known for representing Trump, claims he is being unfairly criticized for his behavior during the trial, stating that he felt cut off while trying to present different theories. In response to the public scrutiny, a fundraiser has successfully raised over $289,000 to help cover his legal expenses and other related costs.
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(UPDATED September 19, 2026 03:58 UTC)
In a significant development, eleven of the twelve jurors expressed their intention to clear Clancy of criminal responsibility, believing she was suffering from postpartum psychosis at the time of her actions. Meanwhile, Desronvil, who has faced both praise and criticism for his role in the case, stated that he struggled to present his theories during deliberations as he felt interrupted. To support him, a fundraiser has successfully raised over $289,000 to help cover his expenses related to security, legal fees, and lost work, while he remains in "an undisclosed secure location" in northern New England and is not available for interviews.
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(UPDATED September 19, 2026 01:19 UTC)
The murder trial of Lindsay Clancy has been declared a mistrial, with Michael P. Desronvil identified as the holdout juror. Desronvil's attorney, Edward Paltzik, praised him as "an American hero," noting that Desronvil expressed he "didn't have any doubts" about the case, which set him apart from the other jurors. Paltzik made his statement via X on Thursday, September 17, after Desronvil's refusal to find Clancy guilty ultimately led to the mistrial.