Justice Vs. Moving On, Dr. Delatorre On The Drama Of Karen Read Trial

In this episode of "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," psychologist Dr. John Delatorre discusses the complexities of the Karen Read case, where a hung jury has left questions of justice unresolved. The conversation delves into the polarized beliefs surrounding the case, with both sides entrenched in their views on what happened. Dr. Delatorre explores the psychological dynamics that may have influenced Read’s statements, including the potential effects of intoxication and the legal standards for proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. He highlights the possibility that Read, while intoxicated, might have confessed to something she didn’t actually do, emphasizing that strong emotions and external influences can cloud one's perception of events. The discussion underscores the difficulty in achieving justice in such emotionally charged cases, where the lines between guilt and innocence become increasingly blurred. ### Main Points - The Karen Read case has left the public deeply divided, with strong, opposing beliefs about her guilt or innocence. - Read’s initial statements and confessions may have been influenced by intoxication, leading to uncertainty about what actually occurred. - Dr. Delatorre emphasizes the challenge of proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, especially in emotionally charged cases. - The conversation touches on the possibility of false confessions and the impact of external influences on a person’s perception of events. - The legal system requires more than just a confession to convict someone, highlighting the complexities of the case. - Achieving justice in this case is complicated by the strong emotional reactions and entrenched positions of those involved. - The discussion reflects broader issues in the legal system, where perceptions of guilt and innocence are often influenced by factors beyond the evidence. ### Hashtags #KarenRead #JohnOKeefe #JohnDelatorre #JusticeSystem #FalseConfessions #IntoxicationImpact #LegalComplexities Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on The Downfall of Diddy, The Trial of Karen Read, The Murder Of Maddie Soto, Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK’s Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com