Karen Read returned to court for a hearing focused on phone records as her murder trial for the killing of her Boston police officer boyfriend, John O’Keefe, approaches. The trial is set for April 16, and Read’s attorneys are seeking records related to key witnesses and the lead investigator, Trooper Michael Proctor, who is under internal investigation.
During the hearing, the defense argued for phone records to establish an alternative suspect and conspiracy to frame Read. They also requested records from individuals present on the night of O’Keefe’s death, pointing to suspicious phone calls made just before the incident.
The defense accused prosecutors of deception and argued for the dismissal of the case, citing hidden evidence and conflicts of interest among investigators. Prosecutors denied the allegations, emphasizing the evidence against Read.
A separate motion to disqualify Norfolk District Attorney Michael Morrissey was also brought up by the defense, claiming he is biased and not impartial. However, the prosecution defended Morrissey’s actions to protect witnesses from harassment.
The court allowed one motion for records and postponed decisions on the others, with the next hearing scheduled for March 26. The proceedings have been contentious, with both sides presenting conflicting narratives about the case. Follow NBC10 Boston for updates on this high-profile murder trial.
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