Testimony is resuming in the murder trial of Karen Read, a Massachusetts woman accused of running over her police officer boyfriend, John O’Keefe, with her car and leaving him to die. Read has pleaded not guilty to charges of second-degree murder and other related offenses.
The prosecution contends that Read struck O’Keefe with her vehicle outside a home in Canton in 2022 after a night of drinking. Witnesses have testified about the events leading up to the discovery of O’Keefe’s body, found in the snow on the lawn in the early hours of the morning.
Julie Nagel, one of the witnesses, testified that she saw a “black blob” on the lawn as she was driving home that morning. Multiple other people who testified were inside the home before O’Keefe was found, but none reported seeing anything unusual on the lawn earlier in the night.
The defense argues that O’Keefe was killed inside the house and his body was later placed on the lawn to stage the scene as a hit-and-run. To bolster their case, they have questioned the thoroughness of the investigation and the handling of evidence.
A DNA expert is scheduled to testify, which could provide crucial insights into the case. The expert’s analysis may help determine the presence and relevance of any forensic evidence linking Read to the alleged crime. This testimony is expected to be a pivotal moment in the trial, potentially influencing the jury’s perception of the case.
As the trial continues, both the prosecution and the defense are preparing to present further evidence and witnesses to support their respective narratives. The case has attracted significant public attention, with many following closely to see how the evidence will unfold and whether it will sway the jury’s decision.
