A Look At The Timeline Of Events

Karen Read: The Accused Murderer's Trial Timeline

A Look at the Timeline of Events

The Accusation

Karen Read, 44, of Mansfield, Massachusetts, faces several charges, including second-degree murder, in connection with the death of her Boston police officer boyfriend, John O'Keefe.

The Arrest

Read was arrested on July 21, 2022, after O'Keefe was found dead in his Canton home. She is accused of murdering him on July 19 or 20.

The Trial

Read's trial is scheduled to begin on September 19, 2023. She has pleaded not guilty to the charges.

The Grin

During a court appearance on August 18, 2022, Read grinned at the camera as she was being led out of the courtroom. This has raised questions about her mental state and has led to speculation about her possible motives.

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