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Mistrial Declared in High-Profile Karen Read Case After Jury Deadlock

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Boston, Massachusetts — A dramatic turn unfolded in the murder trial of Karen Read as a mistrial was declared Monday due to the jury’s inability to reach a unanimous decision after five days of deliberations. The decision came after intense media scrutiny and substantial efforts from presiding Judge Beverly Cannone to protect the jury from external influences throughout the proceedings. Stretching from the end of April to early July, the trial garnered substantial public and media attention, raising discussions about the pressures faced by jurors in high-profile cases. Despite the pervasive coverage, the identities of … Read more

Karen Read Murder Trial in Limbo as Jury Struggles to Overcome Deep Divisions

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DEDHAM, Mass. — After a long and contentious 10-week trial, a Massachusetts jury remains unable to decide the fate of Karen Read, accused in the death of her boyfriend, Boston Police officer John O’Keefe. Deliberations have stretched over 23 hours, during which jurors have found themselves at an impasse, unable to align their deeply held convictions into a unanimous decision. The deadlock persisted despite a directive from Norfolk Superior Court Judge Beverly Cannone, who on Monday issued a last-ditch instruction known as a “Tuey-Rodriguez” for the jury to attempt one final round of deliberations. If … Read more

Deadlock Continues in High-Stakes Karen Read Trial as Jury Struggles to Reach Verdict

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DEDHAM, Mass. — Jurors are set to reconvene Monday in the intense deliberations surrounding Karen Read, accused of the January 2022 killing of her boyfriend, a Boston police officer. Read faces several charges including second-degree murder and manslaughter under the influence, stemming from the death of John O’Keefe in Canton. The officer was allegedly struck by Read’s SUV and left in the freezing cold, prosecutors claim. The trial, now entering its eleventh week, has captivated community interest due to both the nature of the crime and the individuals involved. Read insists on her innocence, with … Read more

Karen Read Murder Trial Captivates Nation, Crowds Gather as Jury Deliberates High-Profile Case

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Boston, MA — The trial of Karen Read, accused in the January 2022 death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O’Keefe, has captured the public’s attention, with crowds regularly gathering outside the courthouse. The case, drawing on divisive emotions and legal complexities, now rests in the hands of a deliberating jury. The 44-year-old former adjunct professor and equity analyst stands accused of second-degree murder, among other charges, following a tragic incident that took place after a night out drinking. According to the prosecution, Read is alleged to have fatally struck O’Keefe with her vehicle … Read more