Karen Read, a controversial figure in true crime, continues to captivate public interest even after the murder trial, where she was accused of killing her police officer boyfriend, John O’Keefe, ended with a hung jury last July.

ABC’s 20/20 is planning to air a special episode on this dramatic case, titled “Karen Read: The Perfect Storm,” on Friday. This segment aims to clarify the turmoil, misunderstandings, and controversies that surrounded the trial.

The hour-long special will feature rare interviews with Read, filmed both before and during the trial, as well as insights from O’Keefe’s family and friends. A trailer promises revealing personal videos and a full statement from Karen Read herself.

Let’s take a moment to revisit the events surrounding the case and find out how to watch the special.

Who is Karen Read?

At 44 years old, Karen Read from Massachusetts is facing allegations of killing her boyfriend, 46-year-old John O’Keefe, whose body was discovered in the snow outside a fellow officer’s home on January 29, 2022.

During a highly publicized trial, prosecutors argued that Read deliberately hit O’Keefe with her vehicle after a night of drinking and then fled the scene. In contrast, her defense, led by prominent attorney Alan Jackson, contended that Read was being framed by local law enforcement as part of a larger conspiracy, an idea that gained traction with the public.

After several months of proceedings, the trial concluded with a mistrial on July 1 due to a split jury, leaving many questions unanswered.

What topics are covered in the ABC 20/20 interview?

The special “Karen Read: The Perfect Storm” will share multiple interviews with Read from different moments throughout the trial and after.

As per an ABC article released ahead of the show, there will be a segment where 20/20 “reunites” with Read in her hotel room while she prepared for the trial, along with personal accounts from family and friends of John O’Keefe.

How to tune in for ‘Karen Read: The Perfect Storm’ on ABC 20/20

The program “Karen Read: The Perfect Storm” will be broadcast at 9/8c on Friday, September 6, on ABC’s 20/20. Following the live airing, it will be available for streaming on Hulu the following day.

Hulu’s subscription plans range from $7.99 to $17.99 per month for regular streaming, or $75.99 to $89.99 for options that include live TV. New subscribers can also take advantage of a free trial.