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.

Several key witnesses at the center of Karen Read's two murder trials have shared their thoughts on the verdict.

Two jurors and the lead investigator in the murder trial of Karen Read have come forward to comment about the case since a jury returned a not guilty verdict earlier this week.