(Q112969607)

English

witchcraft investigation of Issobell Lachlane

historical event recorded in the 16th-18th century Scotland

  • Case of Issobell Lachlane

Statements

she was named as being part of one of several alleged meetings of witches to use image magic to kill children. (English)
Not known what happened to her. But, she ws involved with a 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!Naismith said she was at a meeting on the moor at Kilmalcome. (English)

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