Karen Read Murder Retrial Complicated by New Claims

Karen Read is set to face a retrial for the alleged murder of her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe, with jury selection scheduled for April 1. Her first trial ended in a mistrial, and Read claims she is the victim of a cover-up. The defense argues that O'Keefe was killed inside a house and moved, naming potential third-party culprits, though prosecutors contest this claim. Multiple motions remain unresolved, including the prosecution's request for access to Read's communications with her lawyer, which they argue she waived privilege over by discussing in public interviews. Additionally, the high-profile nature of the case has led to concerns over media influence on jury selection, prompting a more detailed jury questionnaire. A recent docuseries on Read's case has further increased public interest and scrutiny, complicating the proceedings.