An audit of the Canton Police Department revealed flaws in the initial investigation of John O'Keefe's death, emphasizing inadequate evidence collection and witness interviews by officers. However, the audit found no indication of a conspiracy to frame his girlfriend, Karen Read, who faces retrial on charges of his murder. The report's release coincided with jury selection for Read's second trial after a mistrial. The Canton community has shown significant interest in the audit's findings, leading to plans for a public meeting to discuss the results and future actions.
The audit expressed concern about how Canton police handled evidence collection and witness interviews early on in the investigation, specifically noting the department's use of plastic Solo cups and a paper grocery bag to collect blood-soaked snow from the scene.
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