The family of Boston police officer John O’Keefe, who died after Karen Read allegedly ran him down in her SUV, supports retrying Read after a hung jury in her murder trial. O’Keefe’s cause of death was blunt force trauma, and Read was charged with murder and other offenses. Prosecutors claim Read reversed her Lexus at 24 mph for 60 feet near the home where O’Keefe was left for dead. The defense alleges a cover-up and accuses law enforcement officers of framing Read. The defense theory points to an ATF agent and a retired police sergeant at the home that night. State Trooper Michael Proctor’s conduct during the investigation has been scrutinized. While some believe in a cover-up, O’Keefe’s family maintains their belief in Read’s guilt. The case attracted media attention, with a local blogger drawing large crowds to the courthouse during the trial. More than 60 people supported O’Keefe’s family throughout the trial. Despite hopes to move on, a mistrial was declared, and Read’s retrial is scheduled to begin early next year.
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Despite Karen Read’s mistrial, John O’Keefe’s family continues to seek justice.
