Still Missing MA - Ana Walshe, 39, allegedly left home, may have been dismembered, Cohasset, Jan 2023 *husband indicted* #4

[Megnut]

Lawyers for Brian Walshe seek dismissal of murder charge - The Boston Globe

Defense lawyers contend that Norfolk District Attorney Michael Morrissey’s office has possession of federal records that include text messages from former investigator Michael Proctor.

www.bostonglobe.com

8/14/25

Just doin' their jobs but honestly?

But this is all so gross.

He needs to stand before a jury.

Unless he wants to plead guilty and save everyone the trouble amd trauma.

If only.

JMO

 

[Seattle1]

8/14/25 - Walshe's zoom hearing...

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Everyone Wants Proctors Texts... But There's More + The Factual Basis Of O'Keefe's Civil Complaint​

 

[Niner]

Here's an article that you read instead of watch...

Walshe defense receives key evidence as Proctor files hang in the balance

Brian Walshe's defense secures key evidence from Michael Proctor files as judge decides fate of documents related to Karen Read case.

www.courttv.com

and @Seattle1 - any court docket updates & next hearing date set? Like maybe Monday the 18th when Judge Casper has to make his decision? TIA!

 

[Seattle1]

Here's an article that you read instead of watch...

Walshe defense receives key evidence as Proctor files hang in the balance

Brian Walshe's defense secures key evidence from Michael Proctor files as judge decides fate of documents related to Karen Read case.

www.courttv.com

and @Seattle1 - any court docket updates & next hearing date set? Like maybe Monday the 18th when Judge Casper has to make his decision? TIA!

As of today, from the Court site, the next hearing is the Final pre trial conference on 10/7/25, and the last docket entry is #140 posted below.

08/13/2025 Habeas Corpus for defendant issued to Norfolk County Correctional Center returnable for 08/14/2025 02:00 PM Hearing RE: Discovery Motion(s). Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting Meeting ID: 160 767 8963 --- NO PASSWORD 140

 

[Niner]

As of today, from the Court site, the next hearing is the Final pre trial conference on 10/7/25, and the last docket entry is #140 posted below.

Thanks! I do have that 10/7 hearing date in my notes. Probably be one before that - the way this case is going. I shall check back in about a couple of weeks! And again Thanks!

 

[Seattle1]

Walshe defense receives key evidence as Proctor files hang in the balance

Brian Walshe's defense secures key evidence from Michael Proctor files as judge decides fate of documents related to Karen Read case.

www.courttv.com

8/15/25

DEDHAM, Mass. (Court TV) — Brian Walshe’s defense will get to review former Massachusetts State Trooper Michael Proctor’s communications in the Karen Read case for information that could help Walshe in his impending murder trial for the death of his wife, Ana Walshe. But the fate of the remaining so-called Proctor files – and documents from the Read federal investigation – is in the hands of a federal judge as a Monday deadline looms for their destruction.

[..]

In a Thursday hearing in Norfolk County Superior Court in Dedham, Assistant District Attorney Lisa Beatty told Judge Peter Krupp that “all the Proctor chats and communications from the Read case” have been provided to Walshe and other Norfolk County defendants whose cases somehow involved Proctor.

The document dump comes amid discussions between state and federal prosecutors over what can and can’t be shared from the Read federal investigation, material from which was sealed under a protective order.

[..]

The current proposal, as outlined by Beatty, would allow two designated attorneys from the Norfolk DA’s Office to review the remaining “non-grand jury” evidence and share materials deemed relevant and discoverable under Rule 14 provisions with Walshe and others. However, the Norfolk DA’s Office will need to seek permission from federal prosecutors or obtain a court order to share information related to grand jury proceedings.

Defense attorneys expressed cautious optimism regarding the proposal and concern if Judge Casper does not approve it. “In theory, this sounds like progress,” said Joseph Krowski, Jr., the attorney representing defendant Jovanni Delossantos.

Attorney Rosemary Scappichio, who represents co-defendants King and Johnson, asked if an agreement existed between the Commonwealth and the United States Attorney’s Office to preserve the documents before the judge’s ruling. Beatty confirmed the documents would not be destroyed unless Judge Casper ordered it so.

Walshe’s lawyer, Larry Tipton, pointed out that the clock is ticking as his trial approaches. Beatty offered assurances that prosecutors were “anxious” to bring the case to trial and would work to identify material that should be turned over to Walshe as soon as possible.

 

[Niner]

Brian Walshe murder case: Judge denies another defense motion ahead of trial

Another key ruling was made Tuesday in the case against the Cohasset man accused of dismembering his wife with a hacksaw and disposing of her remains.

www.yahoo.com

August 20, 2025
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Judge Diane Freniere denied a defense motion to dismiss an indictment charging Walshe with first-degree murder on the ground that the grand jury heard insufficient evidence to sustain an indictment.

In the motion filed last week, lawyers claimed that prosecutors violated Walshe’s rights by not reviewing “confidential materials” that could aid his defense. Prosecutors, however, argued that they are unable to review these materials due to federal regulations, as they are reportedly tied to the Karen Read murder case.
In denying the motion, Freniere stated that evidence presented to the grand jury was “sufficient to meet the probable cause standard to believe that he intended to kill Ana and that he decided to do so after a period of reflection.”
Link: Brian Walshe motion to dismiss denied - Aug. 19, 2025 | PDF

 

[Niner]

@Seattle1 - just wondering if there are any updates yet since 8/15 on the next hearing date before the 10/7 one? TIA!

 

[Seattle1]

@Seattle1 - just wondering if there are any updates yet since 8/15 on the next hearing date before the 10/7 one? TIA!

• 2382CR00091 Commonwealth vs. Walshe, Brian Reza

08/28/2025 02:00 PM Criminal 2 DED-2nd FL, CR 25 (SC) Hearing RE: Discovery Motion(s) Krupp, Hon. Peter B

Docket:
8/19/25 - General correspondence regarding Request Concerning Producing "Confidential Materials" from Commonwealth v. Karen Read, No. 2282CR00117 (Norfolk Superior Ct.) in Other Matters Concerning Former State Trooper Michael Proctor #142

8/19/25- MEMORANDUM & ORDER: #143
Defendant's Motion to Dismiss (Paper No.97) is DENIED.
Judge: Freniere, Hon Diane
(copy sent via email to counsel)

 

[Niner]

• 2382CR00091 Commonwealth vs. Walshe, Brian Reza

08/28/2025 02:00 PM Criminal 2 DED-2nd FL, CR 25 (SC) Hearing RE: Discovery Motion(s) Krupp, Hon. Peter B

Docket:
8/19/25 - General correspondence regarding Request Concerning Producing "Confidential Materials" from Commonwealth v. Karen Read, No. 2282CR00117 (Norfolk Superior Ct.) in Other Matters Concerning Former State Trooper Michael Proctor #142

8/19/25- MEMORANDUM & ORDER: #143
Defendant's Motion to Dismiss (Paper No.97) is DENIED.
Judge: Freniere, Hon Diane
(copy sent via email to counsel)

Thanks a bunch!

 

[Niner]

I believe this is new...

Brian Walshe asking state’s highest court to toss out key Google search evidence

Prosecutors say Brian Walshe searched "dismemberment and best ways to dispose of a body" not long after killing his wife in their Cohasset home.

www.masslive.com

August 25, 2025
Lawyers for Brian Walshe, who is charged with the murder of his wife, are seeking to appeal a judge’s decision not to suppress a number of grisly Google searches prosecutors say he made shortly after the killing in early 2023.
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But Walshe’s lawyers argued in court papers, and at a hearing in June, that the State Police investigators who uncovered the searches overstepped the bounds of an agreement reached with his former lawyer. The lawyer, Tracy Miner, testified at the hearing that she reached an agreement with prosecutors to allow police to search the devices only for communications, not to download their entire contents.

Judge Diane Freniere, who is presiding over Walshe’s case, ultimately discounted Miner’s recollection of the agreement, finding she likely understood police intended to download and search the entirety of the devices.

Walshe’s lawyers are now petitioning a single justice of the Supreme Judicial Court to intervene and reverse Freniere’s decision.
[.....]
Walshe’s lawyers argue that Freniere erred in finding State Police Sgt. Yuriy Bukhenik, one of the investigators on Walshe’s case, more credible than Miner.

“The trial court does not discuss the inherent inconsistency of Bukhenik’s own report and testimony,” the filing reads.
[.....]
Walshe’s trial is set for Oct. 20. He has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder.

An appeal to the SJC could substantially delay the October trial date.

A single justice of the SJC could decide to hear the appeal themselves, or send it to the full court or the Appeals Court for a determination. There is no requirement the justice allow Walshe’s lawyers to actually appeal the order.

 

[Nieves]

I hope Justice acts and gives everyone what they deserve. Justice for Ana. Justice for the kids. And for that evil man.

 

[Nieves]

I believe this is new...

Brian Walshe asking state’s highest court to toss out key Google search evidence

Prosecutors say Brian Walshe searched "dismemberment and best ways to dispose of a body" not long after killing his wife in their Cohasset home.

www.masslive.com

August 25, 2025
Lawyers for Brian Walshe, who is charged with the murder of his wife, are seeking to appeal a judge’s decision not to suppress a number of grisly Google searches prosecutors say he made shortly after the killing in early 2023.
[......]
But Walshe’s lawyers argued in court papers, and at a hearing in June, that the State Police investigators who uncovered the searches overstepped the bounds of an agreement reached with his former lawyer. The lawyer, Tracy Miner, testified at the hearing that she reached an agreement with prosecutors to allow police to search the devices only for communications, not to download their entire contents.

Judge Diane Freniere, who is presiding over Walshe’s case, ultimately discounted Miner’s recollection of the agreement, finding she likely understood police intended to download and search the entirety of the devices.

Walshe’s lawyers are now petitioning a single justice of the Supreme Judicial Court to intervene and reverse Freniere’s decision.
[.....]
Walshe’s lawyers argue that Freniere erred in finding State Police Sgt. Yuriy Bukhenik, one of the investigators on Walshe’s case, more credible than Miner.

“The trial court does not discuss the inherent inconsistency of Bukhenik’s own report and testimony,” the filing reads.
[.....]
Walshe’s trial is set for Oct. 20. He has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder.

An appeal to the SJC could substantially delay the October trial date.

A single justice of the SJC could decide to hear the appeal themselves, or send it to the full court or the Appeals Court for a determination. There is no requirement the justice allow Walshe’s lawyers to actually appeal the order.

twists and turns

 

[Niner]

Thursday, August 28th:
*Discovery Motions Hearing (@ 2pm ET) - MA - Ana Walshe (39) was last seen at her home in Cohasset shortly after midnight on New Year’s Day, Jan. 1, 2023, according to her husband. She was reported missing Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2023 from her employer in Washington D.C. - *Brian Reza Walshe (47/now 50) arrested (1/8/23), charged & arraigned (1/9/23) with intimidation/misleading police during the investigation into his wife's disappearance. Bond $5M Surety/$500K Cash. Plead not guilty. Quincy DC in Mass Court
*Re-Charged (1/17/23) & arraigned (1/18/23) with murder, assault to beat Ana with intent to murder & improper transport of body. Plead not guilty. Held without bond pending indictment. Held in Norfolk County Correctional Center.
*Indicted (3/30/23), re-charged & arraigned (4/27/23) with 1st degree murder, for misleading a police investigation/ obstruction of justice & for the improper con3veyance of a human body. Plead not guilty. Held without Bond. Norfolk Superior Court
Trial set to begin on 10/20/25 with jury selection – should take several days & trial should last about 4 weeks.
Norfolk Superior Court Judge Diane Freniere presiding. Norfolk County Asst. DA Greg Connor. Defense attorneys Larry Tipton & Kelli Porges, public defenders.
Case & court info from 1/6/23 thru 8/12/25 reference post #858 here:
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/t...esh33are-to-airport-cohasset-4.658134/page-43
8/13/25 Docket updates: [136] Commonwealth 's Motion for Protective Order August 5, 2025 Production of Chats So Ordered (Krupp, J) Dated 8/12/25 (Parties Notified). [136] Commonwealth 's Motion for State Court Protective Order Covering Materials Subject to Federal Court Order. So Ordered. (Krupp, J) Dated 8/12/25 (parties notified). [138] Commonwealth 's Notice of Discovery XIII. Next discovery motions hearing on 8/14/25 @ 2pm. [139] Habeas Corpus for defendant issued to Norfolk County Correctional Center returnable for 8/14/25 Hearing RE: Discovery Motion(s). [140] Habeas Corpus for defendant issued to Norfolk County Correctional Center returnable for 8/14/25 Hearing RE: Discovery Motion(s).
8/14/25 Update: Walshe's defense team has been granted access to review important texts & communications from Michael Proctor related to the Karen Read case. This decision could yield crucial information that may bolster Walshe’s defense, much like how Proctor’s texts proved beneficial for Read. However, the remaining Proctor files are now at the mercy of a federal judge, with a looming deadline for their destruction. During a brief hearing on Thursday, which lasted approximately 14 minutes, Assistant DA Lisa Beatty informed Judge Peter Krupp that “all the Proctor chats & communications from the Read case” have already been made available to Walshe & other defendants associated with investigations led by Proctor in Norfolk County. The release of these files comes amidst ongoing discussions between state & federal prosecutors concerning the next steps for the remaining Proctor documents, which have been previously sealed under a protective order. Beatty confirmed that the Norfolk District Attorney’s Office is now in possession of the sealed records but cannot examine or distribute the files without either a court order or an agreement with federal prosecutors. Judge Dennis Casper has extended the deadline for a decision regarding the documents to Monday, August 18. Earlier this week, the Norfolk DA’s Office filed a motion to intervene in the preservation process, a request that Judge Casper has yet to rule on.
8/19/25 Update: Judge Diane Freniere denied a defense motion to dismiss an indictment charging Walshe with first-degree murder on the ground that the grand jury heard insufficient evidence to sustain an indictment. In the motion filed last week, lawyers claimed that prosecutors violated Walshe’s rights by not reviewing “confidential materials” that could aid his defense. Prosecutors, however, argued that they are unable to review these materials due to federal regulations, as they are reportedly tied to the Karen Read murder case. In denying the motion, Freniere stated that evidence presented to the grand jury was “sufficient to meet the probable cause standard to believe that he intended to kill Ana & that he decided to do so after a period of reflection.” Link: Brian Walshe motion to dismiss denied - Aug. 19, 2025 | PDF
8/19/25 Docket updates: [142] General correspondence regarding Request Concerning Producing "Confidential Materials" from Commonwealth v. Karen Read, No. 2282CR00117 (Norfolk Superior Ct.) in other matters concerning former State Trooper Michael Proctor, [143] Memorandum & Order: Defendant's Motion to Dismiss (Paper No.97) is DENIED by Judge Diane Freniere. Next discovery motions hearing on 8/28/25 @ 2pm with Judge Peter B. Krupp presiding.
8/25/25 Update: Lawyers for Walshe are seeking to appeal a judge’s decision not to suppress a number of grisly Google searches prosecutors say he made shortly after the killing in early 2023. But Walshe’s lawyers argued in court papers, and at a hearing in June, that the State Police investigators who uncovered the searches overstepped the bounds of an agreement reached with his former lawyer. The lawyer, Tracy Miner, testified at the hearing that she reached an agreement with prosecutors to allow police to search the devices only for communications, not to download their entire contents. Judge Diane Freniere ultimately discounted Miner’s recollection of the agreement, finding she likely understood police intended to download & search the entirety of the devices. Walshe’s lawyers are now petitioning a single justice of the Supreme Judicial Court to intervene & reverse Freniere’s decision. Walshe’s lawyers argue that Freniere erred in finding State Police Sgt. Yuriy Bukhenik, one of the investigators on Walshe’s case, more credible than Miner. “The trial court does not discuss the inherent inconsistency of Bukhenik’s own report & testimony,” the filing reads. Walshe’s trial is set for Oct. 20. He has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder. An appeal to the SJC could substantially delay the October trial date. A single justice of the SJC could decide to hear the appeal themselves, or send it to the full court or the Appeals Court for a determination. There is no requirement the justice allow Walshe’s lawyers to actually appeal the order.

 

[Niner]

Brian Walshe defense awaits sealed files as October trial approaches

Brian Walshe's defense says the files could contain exculpatory evidence they need ahead of their client's murder trial.

www.courttv.com

August 29, 2025
During a brief 10-minute status hearing in Norfolk County Superior Court, Brian and his attorneys appeared via Zoom but did not speak. Assistant District Attorney Lisa Beatty provided updates on ongoing discussions between state and federal prosecutors regarding the controversial “Proctor files.”

The presiding judge highlighted a key concern raised by defense attorneys: how can they challenge the withholding of records if they don’t know what those records contain? The Commonwealth was asked to address this procedural dilemma before the next hearing.

The next status hearing is scheduled for September 15. The court will expect further clarification on the document review process and the Commonwealth’s response to defense concerns regarding the challenge of withheld evidence.

 

[Seattle1]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1961161398722945253

 

[Niner]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1961161398722945253

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So - are they releasing the info or not? I can't understand all the legal words in this....
TIA for an explanation!

 

[Seattle1]

So - are they releasing the info or not? I can't understand all the legal words in this....
TIA for an explanation!

My understanding of the Order signed on 8/27 is that the info has been released but will remain sealed, and during the hearing on 8/28, they still need guidance on how to determine what they should receive if it's still sealed.

TBH, I think they are making this more difficult than intended! A little common sense can go a long way... Let's hope they remember to bring some to the 9/15/25 status hearing! JMO.

 

[Niner]

My understanding of the Order signed on 8/27 is that the info has been released but will remain sealed, and during the hearing on 8/28, they still need guidance on how to determine what they should receive if it's still sealed.

TBH, I think they are making this more difficult than intended! A little common sense can go a long way... Let's hope they remember to bring some to the 9/15/25 status hearing! JMO.

Okay - thank you for that explanation. So that Order will release "some" of the stuff in there - but it will still be sealed to the public. Let's hope they get it together for that next hearing!

 

[Niner]

Do not know if this has been posted yet - kind of scanned the thread...

Brian Walshe case: Fight over Google search evidence could delay October trial

Brian Walshe's lawyers are fighting to have Google searches he made, including "dismemberment and best ways to dispose of a body," suppressed for his trial.

www.masslive.com

Sept. 11, 2025

Norfolk County prosecutors are urging a justice of the state’s highest court not to pause or delay Brian Walshe’s October trial to review his claims that police illegally obtained Google searches he made on his son’s iPad.

Not long after prosecutors say Walshe killed his wife, Ana, he searched, “how long before a body starts to smell,” “how long for someone to be missing to inheritance?” and “dismemberment and best ways to dispose of a body,” among other terms. Walshe is charged with murder in connection with his wife’s death. Her body has never been found.

Walshe’s lawyers filed motions to suppress the evidence pulled from his phone and his son’s iPad, as well as evidence prosecutors obtained after several search warrants. They claim police investigating Walshe went beyond the scope of an agreement with his lawyer about searching the devices.
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But the judge presiding over his trial, Diane Freniere, denied those motions, a setback for Walshe’s defense.

In the wake of the denial, Walshe’s lawyers petitioned a single justice of the Supreme Judicial Court to review the lower court judge’s decision — a process that would likely delay the start of his Oct. 20 trial.

Prosecutors urged Justice Scott Kafker to deny the appeal without reviewing it on its merits.


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