Illinois Mom Charged in 2-Year-Old Son’s Death — What She Told Police Raised More Questions

A devastating case in Illinois has taken an even more disturbing turn.

Corie Walsh is charged with murder in connection with the death of her 2-year-old son. According to prosecutors, Walsh allegedly told police that she “did this to her baby” because he was the “devil” and the “anti-Christ.”

But investigators also uncovered another detail that has drawn attention.

Prosecutors say Walsh had been closely following the nationally watched trial of Massachusetts mother Lindsay Clancy—and was allegedly discussing the case with friends in a group text until around 12:30 p.m. on September 1, just hours before authorities discovered what had happened at her home.

The timeline and the statements attributed to Walsh are now central parts of the case.

Walsh has been charged, but the allegations have not been proven at trial. Her defense will have an opportunity to challenge the prosecution’s evidence and account.

Meanwhile, friends of the family have organized support for Walsh’s three children as they face the aftermath of the tragedy.