In this episode of "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," defense attorney Bob Motta discusses the ongoing trial of Karen Read and presents his theory that John O'Keefe's death might have been an accident. Motta suggests that O'Keefe, possibly intoxicated, slipped and fell, leading to his injuries, rather than being struck by Read's vehicle. He criticizes the prosecution's reliance on the taillight theory and the overall handling of the case, including the lack of solid evidence and the...

In the recent episode of "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," retired FBI Special Agent and Hidden Killers Daily Contributor Jennifer Coffindaffer delves into the ongoing trial of Karen Read. The prosecution is wrapping up its case, and significant testimony has been presented, including 53 calls made by Karen Read after the incident. Coffindaffer highlights the importance of these calls, emphasizing the intense relationship dynamics they reveal. She discusses the crucial admissions Karen made...

In a gripping conclusion to the Karen Read murder trial, both the prosecution and defense delivered their closing arguments on June 25, 2024. Prosecutor Adam Lally leaned heavily on the statement “I hit him,” reportedly heard from Read by four witnesses, to argue her guilt in the death of John O’Keefe. “I hit him, I hit him, I hit him,” Lally recounted, emphasizing the significance of these words. He urged jurors to use their common sense and life experiences to guide their decision. Lally...

In this episode of "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke joins to discuss the ongoing trial of Karen Read. The case remains shrouded in uncertainty as conflicting testimonies and dubious expert witnesses complicate the prosecution's narrative. Dreeke highlights the toxic relationship between Read and John O'Keefe, revealed through text messages, which paint a picture of tension but not premeditated murder. The conversation delves into the testimonies of...

In this episode of "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," defense attorney Bob Motta discusses the ongoing trial of Karen Read and presents his theory that John O'Keefe's death might have been an accident. Motta speculates that O'Keefe, likely intoxicated, slipped and fell, leading to his injuries rather than being struck by Read's vehicle. He criticizes the prosecution's reliance on the taillight theory and highlights the lack of solid evidence, including the underwhelming performance of their...

The day began with a delay due to the dismissal of a juror for personal reasons, reducing the jury to 14 members. Closing arguments were subsequently delayed as Judge Beverly Cannone addressed this issue privately with attorneys. Prosecutor Adam Lally initiated his closing arguments by quoting statements attributed to Read: “I hit him, I hit him, I hit him,” which four witnesses claimed to have heard. Lally urged jurors to use their common sense and life experiences in evaluating the...

In a pivotal moment in the Karen Read murder trial, the defense rested its case after presenting expert testimony that challenges the prosecution's narrative. Read, a Mansfield woman, is charged with second-degree murder in the death of her Boston police officer boyfriend, John O'Keefe, whose body was found outside a Canton home in January 2022. The defense's final witness, Dr. Daniel Wolfe, an expert in accident reconstruction from Arcca, testified that there is not enough evidence to...

Welcome to a special episode of "The Trial of Karen Read," where today, we find ourselves inside the courtroom of the case against Karen Read. As we set the stage, let's briefly summarize the case that has gripped the public's attention.    Karen Read is facing charges related to the death of John O'Keefe, whose unexpected passing under mysterious circumstances led to intense police scrutiny. The case hinges on a combination of forensic evidence, alleged motives, and Karen's own statements to...

Welcome to a special episode of "The Trial of Karen Read," where today, we find ourselves inside the courtroom of the case against Karen Read. As we set the stage, let's briefly summarize the case that has gripped the public's attention.   Karen Read is facing charges related to the death of John O'Keefe, whose unexpected passing under mysterious circumstances led to intense police scrutiny. The case hinges on a combination of forensic evidence, alleged motives, and Karen's own statements to...

Welcome to a special episode of "The Trial of Karen Read," where today, we find ourselves inside the courtroom of the case against Karen Read. As we set the stage, let's briefly summarize the case that has gripped the public's attention.    Karen Read is facing charges related to the death of John O'Keefe, whose unexpected passing under mysterious circumstances led to intense police scrutiny. The case hinges on a combination of forensic evidence, alleged motives, and Karen's own statements to...

 Welcome to a special episode of "The Trial of Karen Read," where today, we find ourselves inside the courtroom of the case against Karen Read. As we set the stage, let's briefly summarize the case that has gripped the public's attention.    Karen Read is facing charges related to the death of John O'Keefe, whose unexpected passing under mysterious circumstances led to intense police scrutiny. The case hinges on a combination of forensic evidence, alleged motives, and Karen's own statements...

Welcome to a special episode of "The Trial of Karen Read," where today, we find ourselves inside the courtroom of the case against Karen Read. As we set the stage, let's briefly summarize the case that has gripped the public's attention.    Karen Read is facing charges related to the death of John O'Keefe, whose unexpected passing under mysterious circumstances led to intense police scrutiny. The case hinges on a combination of forensic evidence, alleged motives, and Karen's own statements to...

Welcome to a special episode of "The Trial of Karen Read," where today, we find ourselves inside the courtroom of the case against Karen Read. As we set the stage, let's briefly summarize the case that has gripped the public's attention.    Karen Read is facing charges related to the death of John O'Keefe, whose unexpected passing under mysterious circumstances led to intense police scrutiny. The case hinges on a combination of forensic evidence, alleged motives, and Karen's own statements to...

Welcome to a special episode of "The Trial of Karen Read," where today, we find ourselves inside the courtroom of the case against Karen Read. As we set the stage, let's briefly summarize the case that has gripped the public's attention.    Karen Read is facing charges related to the death of John O'Keefe, whose unexpected passing under mysterious circumstances led to intense police scrutiny. The case hinges on a combination of forensic evidence, alleged motives, and Karen's own statements to...

In the latest episode of "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," retired FBI Special Agent and Chief of the Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program, Robin Dreeke, delves into the complexities surrounding the trial of Karen Read. The case is marked by conflicting testimonies and a lack of concrete evidence, casting significant doubt on the prosecution's charges. Dreeke critiques the prosecution's reliance on dubious expert witnesses and highlights the toxic relationship dynamics revealed...

The defense team in the high-profile Karen Read murder trial began presenting its case on Friday, following the prosecution's conclusion after calling 68 witnesses. Defense attorneys Alan Jackson and David Yanetti called their first witness, snowplow driver Brian “Lucky” Loughran, whose testimony they believe is crucial to challenging the prosecution's timeline and theory. Loughran, a Canton town employee, testified that he was plowing his regular route during a storm on the night of January...

Welcome to a special episode of "The Trial of Karen Read," where today, we find ourselves inside the courtroom of the case against Karen Read. As we set the stage, let's briefly summarize the case that has gripped the public's attention.    Karen Read is facing charges related to the death of John O'Keefe, whose unexpected passing under mysterious circumstances led to intense police scrutiny. The case hinges on a combination of forensic evidence, alleged motives, and Karen's own statements to...

Welcome to a special episode of "The Trial of Karen Read," where today, we find ourselves inside the courtroom of the case against Karen Read. As we set the stage, let's briefly summarize the case that has gripped the public's attention.    Karen Read is facing charges related to the death of John O'Keefe, whose unexpected passing under mysterious circumstances led to intense police scrutiny. The case hinges on a combination of forensic evidence, alleged motives, and Karen's own statements to...

Welcome to a special episode of "The Trial of Karen Read," where today, we find ourselves inside the courtroom of the case against Karen Read. As we set the stage, let's briefly summarize the case that has gripped the public's attention.    Karen Read is facing charges related to the death of John O'Keefe, whose unexpected passing under mysterious circumstances led to intense police scrutiny. The case hinges on a combination of forensic evidence, alleged motives, and Karen's own statements to...

In this episode of "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," defense attorney Bob Motta provides his insights on the ongoing trial of Karen Read. Motta criticizes the prosecution's handling of the case, especially the performance of their expert witness, Trooper Paul, whose testimony he found highly unconvincing. Motta argues that the prosecution has failed to provide sufficient evidence to prove intent for second-degree murder, primarily relying on a weak tail light theory. He suggests that the...

In a recent episode of "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott delves into the murder case of John O'Keefe, focusing on the recent court developments and Karen Read's involvement. The jury was exposed to various voicemails left by Read, depicting a night filled with anger and confusion. Scott emphasizes that while these voicemails portray an emotionally charged Read, they do not indicate a consciousness of guilt or awareness of O'Keefe's actual condition...

In this episode of "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," former prosecutor and defense attorney Eric Faddis discusses the challenges faced by both prosecution and defense in the Karen Read trial, particularly the frustrations surrounding conflicting expert testimonies. The conversation delves into the difficulties juries face when experts present opposing conclusions, making it hard to reach a cohesive judgment. Faddis highlights the importance of an expert's presentation and credibility,...

In this episode of "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," retired FBI Special Agent Jennifer Coffindaffer discusses the ongoing trial of Karen Read, focusing on recent testimony and evidence presented by the prosecution. Coffindaffer highlights the significance of voicemails left by Karen after the incident, which reveal her emotional state and relationship dynamics with John O'Keefe. Despite making 53 calls, Coffindaffer argues that Karen's actions indicate she didn't believe O'Keefe was dead....

The trial of Karen Read, charged with second-degree murder in the death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O’Keefe, resumed with critical testimony from medical experts and forensic analysts. Dr. Irini Scordi-Bello, who performed the autopsy on O’Keefe, testified that his body did not show signs of a physical fight. "The small contusions on the backs of his hands were consistent with an attempt to insert an IV," Scordi-Bello said. She noted the absence of bruising on his knuckles...