A Mansfield woman Karen Read has been accused of the murder of her boyfriend who was a Boston police officer John O’Keefe. According to the prosecution, Read was driving drunk when she killed O’Keefe.
Timeline
- January 29, 2022: O’Keefe was discovered mortally wounded on the lawn of his uncle’s Canton home early in the morning.
- Two weeks prior: Read kissed Brian Higgins who is a crucial witness for the defense but the implication of this act is not clear.
- Charges: Read is denying the charges of second-degree murder, and manslaughter while operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol and leaving the scene after causing injury or death in hit-and-run crashes.
Police Investigations
- Colin Albert: Albert, another key witness for the defense claims that he left the house on Fairview Road at approximately 12:10 am on January 29, 2022, but his close friend Allison McCabe picked him up.
- Allison McCabe: McCabe’s input is expected to be vital as she was together with Albert throughout that fateful night.
Defense Put Up By Karen Read
- Frame-Up Allegations: Read’s attorneys argue that their client has been framed and the whole incident was just intended to cover up some truth about something else.
- Not guilty: She also pleads not guilty to all charges against her hence maintaining innocence in relation to the death of O’Keefe.
Ongoing Trial
Currently, Karen Read’s case is pending where different people have given their versions of what happened during the time in question so far. The findings from this matter will either lead to finding her liable for these alleged crimes if they are proven or else prove right her claim that she had been set up for something she did not do.
As we continue following up on this sad event while waiting to see how justice will be served may we never forget the dangers posed by irresponsible driving, especially after taking alcohol which has led us to loosing a man like Officer John o’keefe
