30 years later, a former gang member will stand trial for Tupac's murder

Duane Davis, uncle of alleged South Side Compton Crips member Orlando Anderson, is set to stand trial for orchestrating the murder of Tupac Shakur. The murder occurred three decades ago amidst a fierce rivalry between the Bloods and Crips gangs, which was amplified by the East Coast vs. West Coast rap feud between Death Row Records and Bad Boy Records. Tupac, though born on the East Coast, became associated with Southern California rap through Death Row. His legacy has grown significantly since his death, with his music reflecting his Black Panther upbringing and activism.

The trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, a former gang leader, is set to begin in Las Vegas over the 1996 murder of rapper Tupac Shakur. Prosecutors allege Davis ordered the killing and provided the gun used in the drive-by shooting. The prosecution claims the murder was retaliation after Davis's nephew was assaulted by individuals affiliated with Death Row Records, Shakur's label. Davis, who faces life in prison if convicted, has pleaded not guilty and denies involvement, stating he was not in Las Vegas and that his memoirs, which detailed his presence in the car, were embellished. The trial, expected to last a month, will likely not identify the shooter.

Duane "Keffe D" Davis is on trial in Las Vegas for his alleged role in orchestrating the 1996 killing of rapper Tupac Shakur. Davis faces a murder charge with the intent to promote a criminal gang. Prosecutors aim to prove Davis made the decisions leading to Shakur's death and provided the weapon, not that he fired the fatal shots. Jury selection begins Monday, with the trial expected to last about a month. Davis's memoir details his involvement in obtaining a handgun used in the shooting. Numerous witnesses, including former associates and law enforcement, are expected to testify.