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Defense rests case in second trial of Karen Read for Boston police officer boyfriend’s death
The defense in the second trial of Karen Read has rested its case, saying Read was framed for the killing of her Boston ...
Jury begins deliberating in Karen Read retrial
Six jurors were selected at random to be alternate jurors. The remaining 12 jurors, seven women and five men, will decide the ...
Closing arguments set for Friday in Karen Read’s retrial for the death of John O’Keefe
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the defense attorneys for Karen Read are expected to give jurors their closing ...
Neither side in the Karen Read trial called Michael Proctor to testify. Was it the right choice?
“As it stands now, no competent defense counsel would call Mr. Proctor,” Jack Lu, a retired superior court judge, said in an interview before Read’s defense rested this week. “He has the ability to ...
Judge denies defense’s motion for directed verdict of not guilty in Karen Read retrial. Follow live updates.
Read’s lawyers again asked Judge Beverly Cannone to issue a finding of not guilty before the case even gets to the jury.
Karen Read judge cuts off witness who sends 'happy birthday' wish to 10-year-old from stand
Biomechanical engineer testifies injuries inconsistent with taillight impact in Karen Read murder case, after judge ...
Live court video, updates: Expected final witness takes stand in Karen Read’s murder retrial
Tuesday marks Day 30 of witness testimony in Read’s second trial. Attorneys are expected to argue motions, including what the ...