The aftermath of the Karen Read murder trials continues to unfold, with several individuals connected to the case encountering significant personal and professional difficulties. Most notably, former Boston police sergeant Marty Kraft recently had his private investigator’s license revoked by the Massachusetts State Police, adding to a series of troubling events linked to the case.
Kraft, who has a history with the Canton Police Department and other law enforcement agencies, was known for his long tenure in the police force. His recent troubles began following an incident in July 2023, where Newburyport police responded to a domestic disturbance call. Upon arrival, officers discovered a loaded firearm hidden under bedding in the bedroom of a man undergoing a divorce. The weapon, according to police reports, belonged to Kraft.
During the investigation, officers found additional items of interest, including sex toys, which the homeowner claimed were not his. This incident occurred in a residence that had previously been subject to police visits, indicating a troubling history. The Newburyport Police report noted that the male resident had been in contact with law enforcement on numerous occasions, drawing further scrutiny to the situation.
Kraft’s connection to the broader narrative of the Karen Read case stems from his association with Brian Albert, a former colleague in the Boston Police Department. It has been reported that Albert’s involvement in the investigation of Read, who was acquitted in a highly publicized trial, raised questions about the integrity of the police work surrounding the case. Following the trial, Albert retired abruptly and left Canton, only to find himself in need of employment, leading him to Kraft.
As a consequence of the Newburyport incident, Kraft faced charges related to the unlawful storage of a firearm. Although the district court clerk did not issue a complaint, the Massachusetts State Police chose to revoke his license, citing undisclosed reasons. This has led many to speculate that Kraft’s troubles may be related to a perceived “curse” stemming from the contentious nature of the Read case.
Kraft, now 71 years old, has a documented history of complaints during his police career, with numerous allegations against him, including excessive force and inappropriate conduct. While he had often managed to navigate past disciplinary actions, this latest setback marks a significant change in his fortunes.
As Kraft’s troubles mounted, Albert, who had once worked under him, launched his own private investigation firm named FEBA Consulting. Interestingly, the business is based in the same building as the office of Kevin Reddington, a lawyer representing a key witness in the Read trial. This coincidence has further fueled speculation about the intertwining lives of those associated with the case.
Attempts to reach both Kraft and Albert for comments have been unsuccessful, as neither has responded to inquiries regarding their current predicaments. Observers of the case are left to ponder the implications of these developments and what they might mean for those involved in the ongoing fallout from the Karen Read trials.
The saga surrounding Karen Read remains a cautionary tale of how intricate and complex interactions within law enforcement can lead to unexpected consequences, drawing in figures well beyond the immediate circle of the original case.
