Gov. Maura Healey said the testimony this week of State Trooper Michael Proctor in the Karen Read murder case was 'terrible' and tarnishes the integrity of law enforcement. Proctor sent text messages other troopers and friends disparaging Read, using vulgar language and saying he wished Read would kill herself.
Massachusetts State Trooper Michael Proctor testifies during Karen Read's trial, Wednesday, June 12, 2024 in Norfolk Super Court in Dedham, Mass.
Trooper Michael Proctor was a lead investigator on the case and took the stand in Dedham District Court this week. During cross-examination, Read's attorneys had Proctor read aloudhe sent to other troopers and friends disparaging Read, commenting on her physical appearance using vulgar language, suggesting he had made up his mind based on evidence as to Read's guilt, and saying he wished Read would kill herself.
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