Karen Read Trial Day 9 - Paramedic Testifies Karen Repeatedly Said ‘I Hit Him’

Karen Read Trial Day 9 - Paramedic Testifies Karen Repeatedly Said ‘I Hit Him’ On May 5, 2025, the retrial of Karen Read took a pivotal turn as EMT Katie McLaughlin provided compelling testimony. McLaughlin recounted arriving at the scene where Boston police officer John O’Keefe was found unresponsive in the snow. She testified that Karen Read, visibly distraught, repeatedly said, “I hit him,” a statement that could significantly impact the trial's outcome. McLaughlin described Read's emotional state as hysterical, noting that another woman, Jennifer McCabe, attempted to calm her down. This testimony aligns with the prosecution's narrative that Read struck O’Keefe with her SUV after a night of drinking and left him to die in a snowstorm. The defense, however, argues that O’Keefe was killed inside a house and that Read is being framed as part of a police cover-up. This video delves into McLaughlin's testimony, exploring its implications for the case. We analyze the legal strategies of both the prosecution and defense, the forensic evidence presented, and the psychological aspects of Read's behavior at the scene. Additionally, we discuss the broader context of the trial, including previous testimonies and the defense's allegations of investigative misconduct. Join us as we unpack the latest developments in this high-profile case, examining how McLaughlin's account could influence the jury's perception and the trial's direction. #KarenReadTrial #JohnOKeefe #KatieMcLaughlinTestimony #TrueCrime2025 #BostonPolice #MurderTrial #LegalAnalysis #ForensicEvidence #CourtroomDrama #JusticeForOKeefe Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872