Karen Read Retrial Delayed as Prosecutors Seek to Streamline Witnesses

The retrial for the alleged murder of Boston police officer John O'Keefe is postponed to April 2025 to allow both sides more preparation time.

Karen Read's retrial is postponed from January to April 2025 after a joint request from both prosecution and defense.
Prosecutors plan to reduce the number of witnesses to expedite the trial process, following a mistrial earlier this year.
The defense claims Read was framed for the murder of her boyfriend, John O'Keefe, by fellow officers.
Judge Beverly Cannone approved further analysis of data from Read's SUV, which prosecutors allege was used to hit O'Keefe.
Pending motions include requests for additional evidence and communications linked to the case, with further hearings scheduled.