In this episode, we dive into a shocking case that took place in Ashkosh, Wisconsin, on February 18, 2023, when 22-year-old mother Morgan Taylor Lond stabbed her ex-boyfriend 19 times with a pair of scissors while experiencing hallucinations. She claimed to have seen a dark, shadowy figure attacking him, which was later revealed to be the result of untreated postpartum depression and ongoing mental health issues that had gone unaddressed for months. The bloody incident unfolded while their 11-month-old baby was inside the home, and the investigation later exposed a turbulent relationship layered with past accusations of violence between the two.
In this episode, you will learn how undiagnosed postpartum depression can lead to extreme violence, how hallucinations can fuel criminal behavior, and how the legal system handles cases involving mental-health-based defense. We also discuss Morgan’s sentence of 7 years and 6 months in prison, the importance of psychological support for new parents, and the traumatic impact of toxic relationships.