Psychosis or calculated crime? Mother accused of strangling 3 children pleads insanity

Summary

A true crime podcast episode explores a tragic case of maternal infanticide, where a mother with severe postpartum depression killed her three young children by strangling them with exercise bands before attempting suicide. The episode features Luis Bolaños, a former homicide detective, discussing the complex circumstances surrounding the case, including the mother's mental health struggles and potential systemic failures in providing adequate psychiatric care. The core discussion centers on accountability and the broader societal responsibility when mental health interventions fail, ultimately suggesting that blame extends beyond the individual to the medical and support systems meant to protect vulnerable patients.