Jurors Unanimously Acquit Karen Read of Murder Charges in High-Profile Trial

In a high-profile trial in Dedham, Massachusetts, Karen Read was found not guilty of murder or leaving the scene of a deadly accident by the jury. However, they were deadlocked on the remaining manslaughter charge, leading to a mistrial declaration by the judge. The defense team revealed that jurors were in unanimous agreement on the murder and hit-and-run charges, with a new trial date set for July 22. The judge also ordered that the jurors' names remain undisclosed to prevent potential harm. Karen Read was accused of fatally hitting her Boston police officer boyfriend with her SUV and leaving him in a snowstorm. The mistrial was declared on the fifth day of deliberations due to a hung jury, sparking controversy over the handling of the case. The defense argued that the mistrial was announced abruptly without discussing individual charges with the jurors or allowing input from the legal teams. Defense attorneys Alan Jackson and David Yannetti filed a motion to dismiss, citing the jury's clear stance on two charges and potential double jeopardy concerns for a retrial. Jurors' statements revealed doubts about the prosecution's case, with some expressing disbelief in the intentional nature of the incident. The Norfolk District Attorney's office plans to retry the case, while Read has added another attorney to her legal team. The trial's outcome has stirred public debate, with supporters of Karen Read questioning the fairness of the proceedings and the evidence presented. Concerns linger over the circumstances of the incident, including the actions leading up to the victim's death and the handling of potential alternative explanations. The case has raised broader questions about privilege, law enforcement accountability, and the complexities of justice in high-profile trials.