Karen McCarron

Karen McCarron is a former pathologist from Morton, Illinois, who was convicted of the first-degree murder of her 3-year-old daughter, Katie McCarron, who had autism. The case received national attention due to the nature of the crime and the focus on the issue of parents caring for children with disabilities.

Background

Karen McCarron was a pathologist who had taken a leave of absence from her job to care for her daughter, Katie. Katie was diagnosed with autism, a developmental disorder that affects communication and behavior. Karen had reportedly become frustrated with her daughter's condition and the challenges it presented.

The Crime

On May 13, 2006, Karen McCarron suffocated her daughter by placing a plastic bag over her head. She then attempted to stage the scene to look like an accident. The following day, she confessed to the crime to her husband and later to the police.

Trial and Conviction

Karen McCarron was charged with first-degree murder, obstructing justice, and concealment of a homicidal death. In February 2008, she was convicted on all counts and was sentenced to 36 years in prison.

Impact

The case received widespread media attention and sparked a national conversation about the stresses and challenges faced by parents of children with disabilities. It also led to increased awareness and advocacy for the rights and protection of children with disabilities.

See Also

• Autism
• Child abuse
• Murder
• Parental stress

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