Karen Read reTrial - Day 20 - Raccoon Eyes…from a Back-of-Head Hit?
On Day 20 of Karen Read's retrial, neurosurgeon Dr. Izak Wolf testified that Boston police officer John O'Keefe's fatal head injuries were consistent with a backward fall on frozen ground, not an assault. He noted that the resulting brain trauma and hypothermia likely led to death within 24–48 hours. However, under cross-examination, Dr. Wolf acknowledged a facial laceration inconsistent with a fall, suggesting another cause. Forensic analyst Christina Hanley reported that red plastic fragments on O'Keefe's clothing were consistent with Read’s Lexus taillight but not conclusively matched. She also highlighted discrepancies in glass evidence linked to former Trooper Michael Proctor, raising questions about investigative integrity.... Join our Jury Pool & Get Exclusive Content & Perks: https://www.patreon.com/TheAlternate 👩🏽⚖️👩🏼⚖️Follow Your Favorite Trial Besties on Social 📹YouTube: @alternatepod 🦋Instagram: @thealternatepod ❤️TikTok: @thealternatepod 💙Facebook: @thealternatepod Follow the podcast for FREE on all podcast platforms! 🍎Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-alternate-inside-americas-biggest-trials/id1806391482 💚Spotify: https://tr.ee/wxEDQrEJe9 For Business Inquiries: info@thealternatepodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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On Day 20 of Karen Read's retrial, neurosurgeon Dr. Izak Wolf testified that Boston police officer John O'Keefe's fatal head injuries were consistent with a backward fall on frozen ground, not an assault. He noted that the resulting brain trauma and hypothermia likely led to death within 24–48 hours. However, under cross-examination, Dr. Wolf acknowledged a facial laceration inconsistent with a fall, suggesting another cause. Forensic analyst Christina Hanley reported that red plastic fragments ...