Perjury Allegations Rock Karen Read Trial: Police Officer Claims Intimidation

A former Canton police officer, Kelley Dever, found herself at the center of a courtroom drama during the Karen Read trial. The defense questioned her about allegations that they had threatened her with perjury. Dever testified that she contacted the FBI after feeling threatened. "They re-assured me perjury wasn't applicable because I made a statement in good faith," Dever stated. The defense attorney pressed further, questioning her objectivity and whether she had received an official report from the FBI confirming her report. The case highlights the complexities of legal proceedings and the importance of accurate testimony.