Karen Read Faces Wrongful Death Lawsuit After Mistrial in Boyfriend's Death

The family of deceased Boston police officer John O’Keefe alleges negligence and reckless conduct in a new civil suit.

The mistrial in Karen Read's criminal case has led to a scheduled retrial in January.
John O’Keefe's family claims Read's actions were grossly negligent, leading to his death.
Two Massachusetts bars are also named in the lawsuit for allegedly serving Read while intoxicated.
Read's defense argues she was framed by others present at the scene of O'Keefe's death.
The lawsuit seeks compensatory and punitive damages for emotional distress and wrongful death.