The home of Karen Read, whose recent murder trial ended in a mistrial, has hit the market. Listed for $849,900, the property in Mansfield is described as a "meticulously maintained colonial located on a scenic country road," abundant with commuter rail, major routes and shopping convenience, as reported by MassLive. The 1972-build stands on nearly an acre and boasts features including hardwood floors, central air, a kitchen with granite countertops, and custom cabinets.
Richard Rocci, the listing agent from RE/Max Platinum, confirmed the sales listing and stated that Read, who has not inhabited the dwelling for approximately a year, intends to transfer ownership. However, in view of the high-profile nature of Read's trial and subsequent public interest, Rocci has dismissed the option of an open house in favor of private viewings by appointment, only to sidestep "chaos" from the curious, as noted by MassLive.
Adjacent to the real estate developments, Karen Read's attorneys have filed a new motion to dismiss the second-degree murder and another charge from her case, pushing to halt the re-trial set by the Norfolk County District Attorney's Office. This legal maneuver came simultaneously with the listing of her home. Read's defense argues that a discussion with now four of the jurors revealed a unified stance on her innocence regarding the disputed charges, as indicated in a 10-page document filed on Tuesday, as stated by NBC10 Boston.
The upcoming status conference, scheduled for July 22, 2024 is anticipated to reveal whether a retrial will proceed. The defense has stated they were "given no opportunity to be heard" before the declaration of a mistrial, which according to criminal defense expert Peter Elikann, suggests a rare situation. "It's very unusual that a jury would come to a verdict, and we wouldn't know that, and we would only learn about it after the jury was dismissed," Elikann told NBC10 Boston. He reinforces that a jury's verdict should be held in high regard.
As the next trial date edges nearer, interest in Read’s property continues to grow. The home includes four bedrooms and three bathrooms within its 2,500 square foot floor plan. With the legal proceedings casting a long shadow, Rocci and Read have opted for a discreet approach to the sale, ensuring thorough vetting of prospective buyers, as mentioned by NBC10 Boston.
