Suspect in Tupac Death Seeks to Delay Trial, New Witnesses Identified
Attorneys for Keffe D. Davis Request Additional Time for Investigation
Attorneys for Duane “Keffe D” Davis, the man suspected of killing rap icon Tupac Shakur, have filed a motion to delay next month’s trial, citing the need for additional time to conduct further investigation to ensure a fair trial.
New Witnesses Come Forward with Alibis
The motion, filed Friday in a Nevada court, reveals that a private investigator has identified witnesses who can testify that Davis was not at the scene of the 1996 shooting, nor was he in Las Vegas at the time. These new witnesses, according to the motion, can provide crucial information that could impact the trial.
Alternative Theories Emerge
The defense team also suggests that someone else may have orchestrated the shooting, and that witnesses who could testify on the matter are being interviewed. This new information, combined with the need to interview key witnesses, necessitates a delay in the trial, according to the motion.
A Fair Trial is Paramount
“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,” said attorney Carl Arnold, who is leading Davis’ defense. “We believe that the court should grant our motion to ensure that all relevant evidence is considered, and that Mr. Davis receives a fair trial.”
The Shooting and Its Aftermath
On the night of September 7, 1996, Shakur was in a BMW being driven by Death Row Records founder Marion “Suge” Knight. They were waiting at a red light when a white Cadillac pulled up next to them and gunfire erupted. Shakur was shot and later died from his injuries.
The Investigation and Arrest
Davis, an ex-gang leader who is accused of orchestrating Shakur’s killing near the Las Vegas Strip, has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder and has been jailed since his September 2023 arrest. Long known to investigators as one of four suspects identified early in the investigation, he is the only one to be charged.
Immunized or Not?
Arnold has argued that Davis never should have been charged because of immunity agreements that Davis says he reached years ago with federal and local prosecutors while living in California. Prosecutors, however, have said that any immunity agreement was limited and that they have strong evidence against Davis, including his own accounts of the shooting in the tell-all memoir “Compton Street Legend.”
Conclusion
The motion to delay the trial is pending a hearing scheduled for Tuesday. The defense team’s request for additional time will be evaluated by the court to determine whether it is necessary to ensure a fair trial for Davis.
FAQs
* What is the reason for the motion to delay the trial?
The defense team is seeking additional time to conduct further investigation and interview key witnesses to ensure a fair trial.
* What new evidence has emerged in the case?
A private investigator has identified witnesses who can testify that Davis was not at the scene of the 1996 shooting, nor was he in Las Vegas at the time.
* What is the current status of the trial?
The trial is currently set to begin in March, but the defense team is seeking to delay it due to the new evidence and the need for additional investigation.
