Expert Witness Shakes Testimony in Karen Read Murder Trial

The Karen Read Murder Trial: Day 26 Highlights Expert Witness Testimony Discrepancies. The second trial of Karen Read, accused of second-degree murder in the death of John O’Keefe, continues. Day 26 focused on the testimony of Dr. Marie Russell, a dog bite expert. Dr. Russell initially stated that the lacerations on Mr. O’Keefe’s arm were consistent with a dog bite. However, under cross-examination, she admitted that she could not state this with 100% certainty. The prosecution then presented evidence of small plastic fragments found on Mr. O’Keefe’s clothing, which matched the defendant's vehicle. "These wounds all by themselves, um, not to a medical degree of certainty," Dr. Russell stated, highlighting the uncertainty in her initial assessment. The discovery of the plastic fragments adds a new layer to the case, raising questions about the cause of Mr. O’Keefe's injuries. The trial continues, and the outcome remains uncertain.