David Bienick
David Bienick is a reporter for WCVB Channel 5's award-winning NewsCenter 5 team. Prior to WCVB, David reported at Hearst Television and NBC affiliate KCRA-TV in Sacramento, California for sixteen years. During his extensive career at KCRA, he covered many high-profile stories including reporting from Boston on the manhunt for the Boston marathon bombing suspects. While covering this story, David had firsthand experience reporting with the NewsCenter5 team from the stand-off in Watertown. David has a breadth of experience with more than twenty years of journalism under his belt. These many years of involvement have provided him with a range of stories that he has broken and covered. While at KCRA, David reported on everything from Arnold Schwarzenegger's election as governor, to hurricanes and wildfires, to the U.S. Supreme Court arguments on same-sex marriage. Before reporting for the NBC affiliate, he was an anchor and reporter in Burlington, VT/Plattsburgh, NY at WPTZ. Here, he had even more experience with the WCVB team, working with EyeOpener meteorologist Cindy Fitzgibbons. AT WPTZ, he covered a wide range of stories including Quebec's separation referendum and Hillary Clinton's campaign for U.S. Senate. David is an upstate New York native and graduated from Syracuse University with a BS degree in broadcast journalism, international relations, and French. He continued his education with a Master's degree from Université Robert Schuman in Strasbourg, France and speaks fluent French. David's other interests include staying active by biking, running, swimming and weight lifting. He also enjoys spending family time with his wife and twin sons. Stories by David Bienick
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The Daily's Verdict
This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.
Bias
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- The author has a history of reporting on high-profile cases with a focus on law enforcement and the legal system.
Conflicts of Interest
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Examples:
- In several articles, the author covers cases that involve law enforcement agencies and their actions.
Contradictions
69%
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- In one article, it was stated that Karen Read consumed nine drinks before driving John O'Keefe to the Canton home, while in another article it was mentioned that Read told investigators she had no idea how her vehicle ended up damaged.
- The author describes a romantic encounter between Karen Read and ATF Agent Brian Higgins as 'not like a friend', implying some level of deception.
Deceptions
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- The author quotes Read writing 'You're hot', and Higgins replying 'Are you serious or messing with me?', followed by Read's response 'No, I'm serious.' This implies a level of deception.
Recent Articles
Financial Analyst Karen Read Faces New Trial in 2025 for Alleged Hit-and-Run Death of Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe
Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024Karen Read, a 44-year-old financial analyst, faces a new trial in the death of her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe, set for January 27, 2025. The first trial ended in a mistrial in July after jurors couldn't reach a verdict. Read pleaded not guilty to charges including second-degree murder and manslaughter while under the influence. Prosecutors allege she drunkenly hit O'Keefe with her car, while her lawyers claim she was framed and the victim was beaten inside a residence before his body was placed on the lawn. 
Canton Trial: Frozen Evidence and Allegations of Cover-Up in Karen Read's Hit-and-Run Case
Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024In Canton, Massachusetts, a high-profile trial is underway to determine if Karen Read intentionally hit and killed her boyfriend, John O'Keefe, during a blizzard. The defense claims someone else is responsible and that evidence has been manipulated to frame Read. The investigation involves the Albert family and their law enforcement connections. Closing arguments are expected on Tuesday after which the jury will begin deliberations. 
Massachusetts State Police Trooper Testifies in Karen Read Murder Trial Amidst Allegations of Police Misconduct
Broke On: Saturday, 29 January 2022Lead investigator in the Karen Read murder trial, Massachusetts State Police Trooper Michael Proctor, testified on Monday amidst allegations of withheld information and potential witness exclusion. Proctor, under investigation for a department policy violation related to the case, took the stand following heated motions hearings where defense attorney David Yannetti accused prosecutors of lying. 
ATF Agent's Testimony Reveals Romantic Exchanges Between Him and Karen Read Before John O'Keefe's Death
Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024ATF agent Brian Higgins testified about exchanging romantic messages with Karen Read before John O'Keefe's death in the ongoing trial. 
High-Profile Trial: Karen Read Accused of Killing Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe, Defense Claims Frame-Up
Broke On: Monday, 29 April 2024High-profile trial begins for Karen Read, accused of hitting and killing Boston police officer John O'Keefe with her car during a snowstorm following a night of drinking. Prosecutors present evidence of head trauma and hypothermia as causes of death, while defense argues for animal attack and frames the investigation team. An internal investigation into their conduct is ongoing.