New Jersey woman found not guilty by reason of insanity after drowning her toddlers
A New Jersey woman drowned her toddlers last year citing 'religious reasons' and was found not guilty by reason of insanity. She was committed to a secure psychiatric hospital for two lifetimes. Her mental health had been unstable since 2018.
Key Points
- Naomi Elkins drowned her two toddlers for 'religious reasons'
- She believed she was destroying all evil in the world by killing her children
- Elkins was found not guilty by reason of insanity and committed to a psychiatric hospital for two lifetimes
Pros
- Legal system recognized her mental illness
- She will receive psychiatric treatment
Cons
- Tragic loss of innocent lives
- Impact on the family and community