Key Witness Testimony Sheds Light on Karen Read's State Before Bar Incident

The Karen Read Trial: Witness Testifies on Defendant's State Before Leaving Bar A key witness in the ongoing Karen Read trial in Massachusetts testified on June 4th, 2025, providing details about the defendant's condition before she left a bar with John Okeefe. Karina Kolokoithas, a pharmacist, stated that Read was "not drunk" and "in good spirits." Kolokoithas's testimony is significant as it directly addresses the defendant's state of mind prior to the events that led to the charges. \"She seemed fine to me,\" Kolokoithas stated during her testimony. The witness also described a physical interaction between Read and Okeefe, recalling that \"John went over to Karen and he gave her a kiss on the forehead.\" This detail adds a layer of context to the events leading up to the incident. The trial continues, with Kolokoithas's testimony offering a crucial perspective on Karen Read's condition on the night in question. The case continues to draw significant public attention.