Overview

• Dr. Irini Scordi-Bello testified O’Keefe’s cause of death was head trauma and hypothermia, but the manner of death remains undetermined.
• Maureen Hartnett from the Massachusetts State Police Crime Lab revealed blood evidence collected in red Solo cups was never tested.
• Hartnett also detailed findings of broken glass, dents, and scratches on Read’s SUV, but could not confirm when the damage occurred.
• The defense alleges a police cover-up, suggesting O’Keefe was fatally beaten by another officer at the party, while prosecutors argue Read intentionally struck him.
• The retrial, now in its fourth week, follows a 2024 mistrial and continues to examine evidence handling and forensic reliability.