Read Retrial Jurors Slam Weak Evidence, High Costs
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Jurors in the Karen Read retrial expressed frustration with the weak evidence and shoddy police work, leading to only a drunk driving conviction. The foreman cited investigators' failure to thoroughly search the crime scene as a major flaw. Another juror criticized the high cost of the prosecution, including expert witness fees and special prosecutor's salary. Both jurors expressed sympathy for the victim's family and questioned the handling of the investigation, pointing to potential inconsistencies and questionable witness testimony. The lack of conclusive evidence left jurors unable to convict Read of more serious charges.
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