Karen Read Claims Innocence in John O’Keefe Death Case Filing
Karen Read has officially denied any involvement in the death of her boyfriend, John O’Keefe. This statement comes in response to a civil lawsuit filed by O’Keefe’s family. They hold her civilly responsible for his death and claim emotional distress due to the incident.
Karen Read Responses to Civil Claims
Read was previously acquitted of murder charges related to O’Keefe’s death, which occurred when she allegedly struck him with her SUV and left him in the snow. Following a mistrial in her first criminal trial, a second jury found her not guilty of the most serious charges, although she was convicted of driving under the influence, resulting in probation.
Developments in the Lawsuit
After Judge Daniel O’Shea declined to dismiss the lawsuit, Read filed her formal response. In that document, she refutes the allegations from O’Keefe’s family. Among these is the claim that her relationship with O’Keefe was troubled, which prosecutors had previously suggested during her trial.
- Read argues the relationship was not in decline.
- She denies being intoxicated at the time of the incident.
- She also disputes claims that she attempted to deceive O’Keefe’s family.
Defense Strategy
In her legal defense, Read states that the lawsuit lacks a valid claim for relief. Furthermore, her team suggests any damages suffered by the O’Keefe family may be attributable to other parties, not Read herself.
The next court conference is scheduled for November 21, with no trial date yet set. This ongoing legal drama continues to attract public and media attention.
