Karen Read Trial: Closing Arguments Presented in O'Keefe Death Case

The trial of Karen Read, accused of the death of Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe, concluded with closing arguments on June 13, 2025, in Canton, Massachusetts. The prosecution, led by Hank Brennan, presented evidence suggesting Read struck O'Keefe with her SUV and left him to die in the snow. However, the defense, represented by Alan Jackson, argued that O'Keefe died during a fight inside a nearby home and that Read is being framed. Jackson highlighted inconsistencies and emphasized physical evidence supporting a fight, stating, "Black eyes, obviously. Bloody nose, also consistent with a fight." Brennan countered by focusing on Read's actions after the incident, emphasizing her failure to call 911 or seek help for O'Keefe: "She made a choice. She didn't call 911. She didn't run to his aid." The jury will now deliberate and determine Read's fate. The case has drawn significant attention due to the high-profile nature of the victim and the conflicting accounts surrounding his death.