During Read’s first trial, which began in April 2024, prosecutors alleged that Read hit O’Keefe with her car and fled the scene. The defense painted a very different picture, claiming that Read was framed for O’Keefe’s murder.

Karen Read's second murder trial is scheduled to begin with jury selection next month, and attorneys are debating the selection process that candidates could face.

Trooper Michael Proctor, the lead investigator on Karen Read's case, faced public backlash and professional penalties in light of the case.

Trooper Michael Proctor's disciplinary hearing with the Massachusetts State Police trial board has ended. He faces allegations of misconduct while he worked as the lead investigator in the Karen Read case.

Michael Proctor’s family defends the trooper’s ‘regrettable’ texts in Karen Read case, rips defense for ‘creating false narratives’