Michael Proctor: Investigative Misconduct and the Karen Read Case

Michael Proctor, a ten-year veteran of the Massachusetts State Police, has come under intense scrutiny following revelations of misconduct in his role as the lead investigator in the high-profile Karen Read case. His actions, including sending unprofessional and derogatory text messages about Read, have led to his suspension without pay and a disciplinary trial board hearing. The controversy surrounding Proctor has raised serious concerns about law enforcement integrity, impartiality in criminal investigations, and the broader implications of professional misconduct within the justice system.