Karen Read Retrial: Defense Presents Case in O'Keefe Death

The retrial of Karen Read for the death of Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe is underway. Prosecutors rested their case Thursday, presenting evidence that included videotaped interviews where Read seemed uncertain about whether she hit O’Keefe with her car. Now, the defense is presenting their case, focusing on a theory of police misconduct. "Could I have run him over?" Read can be heard questioning in one of the clips shown. A crash reconstruction expert is expected to be a key witness for the defense. Read, who pleaded not guilty to second-degree murder and other charges, maintains her innocence. Her first trial in 2024 ended in a mistrial.