Karen Read Found Not Guilty of Murder in Retrial, Guilty of OUI

DEDHAM, MA – A Massachusetts jury has delivered a mixed verdict in the high-profile retrial of Karen Read, finding her not guilty of murdering her Boston police officer boyfriend in 2022. However, Read was found guilty of operating under the influence of liquor. The verdict was read live from the Dedham courthouse, concluding a lengthy legal battle that has garnered significant public attention. Upon hearing the "not guilty" verdict for the murder charge, Karen Read was visibly emotional, embracing her supporters and shedding tears. The courtroom saw a mix of reactions following the announcement. This retrial came nearly a year after her first prosecution ended in a mistrial, bringing a new chapter to the case that has captivated the region.

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