A Florida jury is set to begin closing arguments in the trial of Karen Read, who is charged with killing her boyfriend by hitting him with her car.
A Florida jury is set to begin closing arguments in the trial of Karen Read, who is charged with killing her boyfriend by hitting him with her car. The trial has been ongoing for several weeks, and the jury is now expected to begin deliberating on a verdict.
Read is accused of killing her boyfriend, Michael Setzer, in July 2022. Prosecutors allege that Read intentionally hit Setzer with her car after an argument. Read has pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Karen Read Murder Trial: Closing Arguments Begin
During the trial, prosecutors presented evidence that Read had been drinking alcohol and taking prescription drugs on the night of the incident. They also presented evidence that Read had a history of domestic violence with Setzer.
Read's attorneys have argued that she was not intoxicated at the time of the incident and that she did not intentionally hit Setzer. They also argued that Setzer was abusive towards Read and that she was acting in self-defense.
Karen Read Murder Trial: Closing Arguments Begin
The trial has been closely watched by domestic violence advocates. They say that the case is a reminder of the dangers of domestic violence and the importance of seeking help.
If Read is convicted, she faces up to life in prison. The jury is expected to begin deliberating on a verdict this week.
Karen Read Murder Trial: Closing Arguments Begin
In other news:
- A Florida jury has recommended the death penalty for a man convicted of killing two women in 2019.
Karen Read Murder Trial: Closing Arguments Begin
- A judge has set a trial date for Bryan Kohberger, who is accused of killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022.
- A death row inmate in Texas was served Little Caesars pizza as his last meal before his execution.
Closing arguments in the Karen Read murder trial are expected to begin this week. The jury is expected to begin deliberating on a verdict after closing arguments are complete.
