When we asked Boston.com readers to weigh in on the verdict, more than 1,500 responded. The vast majority — 1,310 readers, or 85% — said they were not surprised by the outcome. Another 171 readers (11%) reported being surprised by the verdict, while 52 (3%) said they were unsure.

A juror from Karen Read's retrial revealed what the most compelling piece of evidence jurors saw that led them to acquit Read in the death of her boyfriend.

Both sides agreed that the investigation into the death of Ms. Read’s boyfriend, a Boston police officer, was flawed and plagued by unethical and unprofessional conduct.