True Crimecast

34 Fairview - John O'Keefe and Karen Read (Part One)

September 15, 2026·56 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Did Karen Read strike her boyfriend with her vehicle, or was she framed by a tight-knit circle of local law enforcement? The death of John O'Keefe sparked one of the most divisive criminal cases in modern New England history. In Part One of our two-part series on True Crimecast, we examine O'Keefe's legacy as a dedicated officer and guardian, the timeline of the night at the Waterfall Bar, the controversial 2:27 a.m. phone search, and the investigative missteps that ultimately led to the lead trooper's termination. --For early, ad free episodes and monthly exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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