Expert Witness Challenges Prosecution in Karen Read Trial

The Karen Read trial took another turn Friday with testimony from defense witness Dr. Daniel Wolfe, a crash reconstructionist. Dr. Wolfe stated that the damage to Ms. Read’s vehicle and the injuries sustained by John O’Keefe were "inconsistent" with the prosecution’s theory that Mr. O’Keefe was struck by a car. "It was inconsistent," Dr. Wolfe testified. This statement directly challenges a core element of the prosecution's case. Read, 45, is charged with second-degree murder, manslaughter, and leaving the scene of the accident. Her first trial ended in a mistrial. The prosecution's case hinges on proving that Ms. Read’s vehicle struck Mr. O’Keefe, causing his death. Dr. Wolfe’s testimony introduces significant doubt into this aspect of the prosecution’s case, potentially impacting the outcome of the trial. The defense is expected to present further evidence to support their claim.