Indictment reveals new details in case of mother charged with killing 2 young children
Janette MacAusland was indicted by a grand jury on two counts of murder in the deaths of her children, ages 6 and 7. More
October 21, 2026
Janette MacAusland
Janette MacAsuland is charged with murder in the deaths of her two children, 6-year-old Ella and 7-year-old Kai, who were found deceased in a Wellesley home on April 24, 2026.
Mom accused of killing kids denied bond as medical examiner works to determine cause of death
Prosecutors said the medical examiner has not determined the manner or cause of death for Janette MacAusland's two children. More
September 10, 2026
Mom accused of killing her children cries during arraignment
Janette MacAusland is being held without bail after prosecutors say she killed her 7-year-old son and 6-year-old daughter. More
May 6, 2026
Woman accused of killing two young kids during custody dispute
Janette MacAusland was arrested in Vermont and is expected to be extradited to Massachusetts to face murder charges. More
April 27, 2026