"Brian Tully, who commanded the State Police detective unit, oversaw the investigation into the deaths of Sandra Birchmore and Officer John O'Keefe, both high-profile cases."
"The investigation into O'Keefe's death led to significant controversy, particularly surrounding ex-Trooper Michael Proctor, who was fired for sending vulgar texts about Karen Read."
"Tully testified during Read's earlier mistrial and faced scrutiny for his involvement, ultimately forfeiting six vacation days as a result of the internal review."
"Karen Read was acquitted of murder and manslaughter charges in the retrial, but was convicted of a drunk driving misdemeanor related to the incident."
Brian Tully has retired from the Massachusetts State Police, effective April 8. He previously commanded the detective unit at the Norfolk County District Attorney's Office. Tully oversaw the investigation into the deaths of Sandra Birchmore and Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe. Read was acquitted of murder charges in O'Keefe's death but convicted of a drunk driving misdemeanor. Tully faced scrutiny for his role in the investigation, resulting in the forfeiture of six vacation days.
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