Karen Read Accused of Murdering Boston Police Officer Boyfriend

Mansfield Woman On Trial for Killing John O'Keefe

Trial Underway in Middlesex Superior Court

Karen Read, a Mansfield, Massachusetts woman, is currently on trial for the murder of her Boston police officer boyfriend, John O'Keefe. The trial, which began this week in Middlesex Superior Court, is expected to last several weeks.

Read is accused of killing O'Keefe, 36, in their Mansfield home in January 2022. Authorities allege that Read struck O'Keefe in the head with a blunt object, causing his death.

Read has pleaded not guilty to the murder charge. Her attorney, David Meier, has said that she acted in self-defense. Meier has also said that Read and O'Keefe had a history of domestic violence.

The trial is being closely watched by both the legal community and the public. If convicted, Read could face life in prison.

The case has also raised questions about domestic violence and the challenges faced by victims who are in relationships with law enforcement officers.

The trial is expected to continue for several weeks. A verdict is not expected until after the jury has heard all of the evidence and deliberated.

In the meantime, Read remains free on bail. She is not allowed to have any contact with O'Keefe's family or friends.