Thompson,Helen
Case Reference: C/LA/2988
Case Summary
| Case Ref | C/LA/2988 |
|---|---|
| Accused | Helen Thompson |
| Case Start Date | 19/4/1699 |
| Case Date | 21/4/1699 |
| Common Name | Thompson,Helen |
|---|
Characterization
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| Demonic Possession | ✓ | ✓ |
Notes: Accused by Margaret Laird of being her tormentor. See Agnes Supp for a description of the tormenting/possession. WasnÔÇÖt' accused of anything else. The testimony is from people who witnessed Laird denounce many people while in the midst of fits.
| Source | Reference | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Circuit Court Books | JC10/4 part 3 |
Trials (1)
| Trial Ref | Date | Year | Verdict | Sentence | Execution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T/LA/2181 | No |
Case Notes
Was not tried, just denounced as being one of the tormentors of Margaret Laird - no evidence that legal action was taken. 1 man testified against her at Paisley between 19-21 April