India, May 9 -- Betty Broderick, the California woman convicted of killing her ex-husband and his new wife in a murder case, died Friday while receiving intensive medical care after a series of serious health complications.

TMZ, citing Betty's son Daniel Broderick, reported that the 78-year-old had been battling multiple septic infections in recent years. One infection allegedly resurfaced after previously being treated, worsening her condition.

Daniel also told the outlet that Betty suffered a severe fall roughly three weeks before her death while incarcerated at the California Institution for Women. The accident reportedly left her with broken ribs and further deteriorated her health.

She was later moved to a hospital outside prison ...