Lead Investigator Fired in Karen Read Murder Trial Amidst Misconduct Allegations

The Karen Read murder trial took a dramatic turn with the dismissal of lead investigator Michael Proctor. Allegations of misconduct, including sending offensive text messages about Read and joking about searching her phone for nude photos, led to his termination. Read's defense attorney, Alan Jackson, argues that Proctor's actions tainted the investigation and point to a potential cover-up in the death of John O'Keefe. "The evidence will show that Michael Proctor is the very definition of the Commonwealth's case," Jackson stated in court. The video footage shows Proctor's testimony and the emotional reactions of those involved. The retrial is now underway, raising questions about the integrity of the original investigation and whether Proctor will be called to testify.