Karen Read case: ACLU backs appeal to investigate jurors' acquittal claims
In their own response, prosecutors restated their claim that without a public verdict, Karen Read was not acquitted on any charge.
www.boston.comThe latest major update in the Karen Read verdict coverage is that a jury found her not guilty of second-degree murder, but guilty of a lesser charge: drunken driving related to the death of her Boston police officer boyfriend, John O’Keefe.[1][3]
What the verdict reportedly included
- Acquitted: second-degree murder (and related more serious homicide allegations).[2][1]
- Convicted: driving under the influence / operating under the influence (the lesser charge).[3][1]
Related reporting to know about
Several outlets also reported on public reactions immediately after the verdict (including supporters celebrating outside the courthouse).[6][1]
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