Karen Read Trial Update: Defense Witnesses to Testify Outside Jury's Presence
Day 27: Defense Prepares Their Case
In the ongoing trial of Karen Read, accused of driving drunk and hitting her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe before leaving him to die in January, the defense is expected to call witnesses who will testify outside the jury's presence.
Witness Immunity Granted
A court order has been issued granting immunity to witnesses who provide testimony outside the jury's presence. This means that their statements cannot be used against them in any future criminal proceedings.
The defense has argued that this immunity is necessary to ensure that witnesses feel comfortable sharing information that could be beneficial to Read's case.
Witness Testimony
The identities of the defense witnesses who will testify outside the jury's presence have not been disclosed. However, it is believed that they may include individuals who have knowledge of Read's state of mind or behavior in the hours leading up to the incident.
Implications for the Trial
The decision to allow witnesses to testify outside the jury's presence is a significant development in the trial. It suggests that the defense may have information that could potentially challenge the prosecution's case.
The jury will not be present during this testimony, so it is unclear at this time how it will impact their deliberations.
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