The trial of Karen Read captured national attention not only for its tragic circumstances—the death of Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe—but also for the storm of controversy that followed.
Prosecutors alleged that Read, O’Keefe’s girlfriend, struck him with her SUV and left him to die in the snow outside a fellow officer’s home.
The defense countered with a bold claim of conspiracy, accusing local law enforcement of a cover-up, evidence tampering, and corruption.
The case polarized communities, sparked social media movements, and put the criminal justice system under intense public scrutiny.
On June 18, 2025, Read was acquitted of all serious charges, including second-degree murder.
This page compiles comprehensive trial coverage, key evidence analysis, timeline breakdowns, expert commentary, and post-verdict developments in one of Massachusetts’ most divisive legal battles in decades.
Boston police officer John O’Keefe is dead—and Massachusetts vs. Karen Read trial prosecutors say his girlfriend is to blame. In the highly anticipated RE-TRIAL unfolding in Massachusetts, Special Prosecutor Hank Brennan delivered a powerful opening statement, laying...
What the Defense Says Really Happened the Night Officer John O’Keefe Died 🧩 The Big Picture: “There Was No Collision” In a striking and emotionally charged opening, defense attorney Alan Jackson delivered a bold thesis to the jury: “John O’Keefe did not die from being...
🔍 Emotional Distance: Was John Trying to Break Up? The unraveling text messages between Karen Read and John O'Keefe on January 28, 2022, paint a sobering portrait of a relationship teetering on collapse. Examining their conversation, it becomes clear that John...