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Trial Begins for Duane 'Keffe D' Davis in 1996 Killing of Tupac Shakur
Just the facts
Davis pleaded not guilty to charges of murder with a deadly weapon and gang-related enhancements during opening court proceedings. Prosecutors presented circumstantial evidence and past public statements made by Davis in books and interviews regarding the night of the shooting. Defense attorneys argued that Davis's prior statements were exaggerated for financial gain and do not constitute physical evidence of direct participation. Jury selection and witness testimony are scheduled to continue over the coming weeks in Clark County District Court.
Why this is news
The criminal trial of 63-year-old Duane "Keffe D" Davis began in a Las Vegas, Nevada court, nearly three decades after the 1996 drive-by shooting death of rap artist Tupac Shakur. Prosecutors allege Davis orchestrated and ordered the fatal shooting in September 1996.
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