Deadlocked Jury Continues Deliberation in High-Stakes Trial Alleging Police Cover-Up
DEDHAM, Mass. — As the trial of a Boston police officer accused of murdering a fellow officer nears its conclusion, the deadlocked jury’s difficulty in reaching a verdict highlights the complexities of a case shadowed by allegations of a police cover-up. The defense argues that the accused, Officer Read, is a scapegoat in a broader scheme of law enforcement corruption, asserting she was framed for a crime committed within the confines of another officer’s home. The jury, which consists of six men and six women, began their deliberations nearly two months ago but sent a … Read more