Black Swan Murder

A blizzard in Massachusetts. A Boston police officer found dead in the snow. His girlfriend, Karen Read, accused of murder. After last year's mistrial left the country divided, the courtroom drama is back in the spotlight—this time with higher stakes, new prosecutors, and explosive evidence emerging as the case unfolds in real time.Law and Crime’s hit podcast series returns with a brand new season: KAREN: THE RETRIAL. Hosted by Emmy Award-winning investigative reporter Kristin Thorne, each episode delivers exclusive analysis, behind-the-scenes access, and expert interviews you won’t find anywhere else. With both sides fighting to control the narrative and new revelations coming to light, the search for truth is more urgent—and more complicated—than ever.Listen to episodes of KAREN: THE RETRIAL, exclusively and ad-free, right now on Wondery+. Start your free trial in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nearly four years after the death of Doug Benefield, Ashley finally has her day in court. Her fate hinges on whether the jury believes Ashley’s claims of abuse and fear, or if the prosecution successfully shows that Doug’s death was unjustified and perhaps premeditated.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The investigation into Doug’s death begins. While Ashley claims self-defense, evidence suggests premeditation. She embarks on an uphill battle to make her case as prosecutors simultaneously build one against her. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ashley’s on a warpath. Her allegations against Doug don’t end with the note she left for him in Charleston. In fact, she’s just getting started. And when their child is born, the battle between them intensifies, culminating in a shocking final showdown. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ashley and Doug’s relationship takes off just as swiftly as their ballet company, and similarly begins experiencing tumult from the jump. As Ashley struggles to connect with Doug’s daughter, Eva, home life takes a violent turn. Complicating matters further, amidst building a business and attempts to patch things over at home, the Benefields learn they’ll soon be making room for one more. Overwhelmed by all the moving parts, Ashley makes a sudden move, but not without throwing another iron into the fire. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.