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A Body in the Snow - The Trial of Karen Read

A Body in the Snow - The Trial of Karen Read

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A Body in the Snow - The Trial of Karen Read

2025- 2025

1 Seasons

5 Episodes

7.7(14 votes)

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Documentary

Crime

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This exclusive behind-the-scenes docuseries tells the story of murder defendant Karen Read and the controversial trial that has divided a town.

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Created by: Terry Dunn Meurer

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