Dateline NBC New evidence in Karen Read's retrial. Cold case arrest in Ohio. And a big ruling in Sean Combs case.
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May 1, 2025 Karen Johnson, a dedicated reporter from WLWT in Cincinnati, shares her insights into the riveting retrial of Karen Read, highlighting new evidence including crucial text messages and expert testimonies. They also discuss the reopening of the tragic Regina Rowe Hicks murder case, revealing unsettling connections to an old arson scheme. The conversation touches on courtroom safety, especially amid high-profile trials, and the implications of recent legal rulings, making for a compelling look into justice and its challenges.
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Cell Phone Temperature Evidence
- Digital forensic examiner Ian Whiffen testified about the cell phone battery temperature as new evidence in Karen Reed's retrial.
- The temperature data suggested the victim's phone never went inside the house after the defendant drove away during a blizzard.
Distress at Crime Scene
- Jen McCabe, friend of the victim, described Karen Reed's distressed state upon discovering the body.
- She testified about Karen's repeated screaming and confusion the morning John O'Keefe's body was found.
Arson Scheme with Latex Mask
- Investigators uncovered Paul Hicks bought a latex mask resembling his ex-girlfriend and a wig before a suspicious house fire.
- This was believed to be an arson plot to frame his ex-girlfriend for insurance money and child custody.