Waugh,Janet
Case Reference: C/LA/2965
Case Summary
| Case Ref | C/LA/2965 |
|---|---|
| Accused | Janet Waugh |
| Case Start Date | |
| Case Date | 13/4/1697 |
| Common Name | Waugh,Janet |
|---|
Characterization
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| Implicated by Another | — | ✓ |
| Not Enough Info | ✓ | ✓ |
Notes: Complicated case involving numerous accusations of murdering children through magical strangulation and possession of several children. Much of the evidence was derived from the testimony of children who claimed to be possessed and tormented by witches. But there was great concern over the murdered children and a murdered minister. The record describes the physical torment of the possessed children in great detail. An extraordinary document!
| Source | Reference | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Circuit Court Books | JC10/4 fo. 1r-81r second pagination |
Trials (1)
| Trial Ref | Date | Year | Verdict | Sentence | Execution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T/LA/1206 | No |
Case Notes
mentioned in connection with the Renfrewshire cases of 1697