Now the murder trial of her ex-boyfriend is over, Karen Read wants her car back | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentNext articleIndependent Bulletin homepageSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAndrea CavallierMonday 28 July 2025 22:34 BSTKaren Read Trial (Copyright The Associated Press 2025. All Rights)Karen Read, recently acquitted of killing her boyfriend John O’Keefe, is seeking the return of her Lexus SUV and cellphone from prosecutors.Both items were seized by investigators during the murder inquiry and were central to the prosecution's case against her.Prosecutors alleged Read struck O’Keefe with her Lexus, using forensic evidence from the vehicle and digital data to support their theory.Read was found not guilty of murder and manslaughter charges last month, though she was convicted of a lesser charge of operating under the influence.Her defence team claims they attempted to negotiate the return of the property after her acquittal but received no response, prompting the motion filed in court.In fullKaren Read wants her Lexus that was at the center of her murder trial backThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in