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This Accused Murderer Has Superfans Bankrolling Her Defense

‘IT SOUNDS SO WEIRD’

Karen Read is on trial for allegedly killing her cop boyfriend. A bunch of people who don’t even know her are determined to clear her name.

Pilar Melendez
Pilar Melendez 

Senior National Reporter

A photo illustration of Karen Read surrounded by supporters holding posters calling for her release.
Photo Illustration by Luis G. Rendon/The Daily Beast/Getty Images
Pilar Melendez

Pilar Melendez

Senior National Reporter

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