Tupac Murder Trial May Face Delay as Keffe D Claims New Witnesses Could Prove His Innocence
The long-awaited trial over Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder faces potential delays as Duane 'Keffe D' Davis's legal team pushes for postponement, citing newly discovered witnesses.
Tupac Shakur murder trial courtroom scene
Davis' attorneys claim multiple witnesses can testify he wasn't in Las Vegas during Tupac's shooting. They argue these testimonies suggest alternative perpetrators, warranting additional time for investigation and interviews.
Portrait of Duane Davis
Lead attorney Carl Arnold stated, "This case involves decades-old allegations, and with every new piece of evidence, it becomes increasingly clear that critical facts have yet to be fully examined."
The Case Background
On September 7, 1996, Tupac Shakur was fatally shot while riding in a BMW driven by Suge Knight. The shooter fired from a white Cadillac, and Tupac died six days later at age 25.
Tupac Shakur portrait photo
Prosecutors allege Davis orchestrated the murder as retaliation following a fight between Tupac and Davis' nephew, Orlando Anderson. Davis remains the only person ever charged in the case, though he claims his previous admissions in interviews and his memoir were exaggerated.
Key Evidence and Next Steps
The prosecution's case relies on:
- Davis' own admissions in interviews and his book
- Testimony from former associates
- Evidence of gang-related conflicts
Davis' defense team continues to challenge the charges, citing a claimed immunity agreement with authorities. The judge will decide whether to grant the delay request during Tuesday's hearing. If denied, the trial will proceed in March 2025; if approved, it could further extend this nearly 30-year investigation.