Karen Read Retrial: Niece's Testimony Reveals Details of Aruba Altercation

The retrial of Karen Read for murder continues in Dedham, Massachusetts. Day 16 saw the cross-examination of Mass. State Police Criminalist Maureen Hartnett. A significant development was the testimony of Read's 17-year-old niece, who described an alleged altercation in Aruba and recounted Read stating, "Maybe I hit him." The niece's testimony provided insight into the relationship between Read and the victim. The trial continues to draw significant public attention.