Death Row Records
Coverage of Death Row Records in the Nexus archive.
- Jurors hear Duane Davis tell officers about role in Tupac murder
Duane “Keffe D” Davis is facing a murder charge connected to Tupac Shakur's 1996 shooting death. During an audio recording, Davis described passing the pistol used in the killing to another man moments before the shooting occurred. Furthermore, Davis claimed Sean “Puffy” Combs had offered $1 million to kill Shakur.
- Ex-cop testifies Keffe D admitted to involvement in Tupac Shakur murder
A former LAPD detective testified that Duane Davis told investigators in 2008 he was involved in Tupac Shakur's killing. Dupree also recounted a 'proffer session' about Christopher Wallace’s shooting, where Davis denied involvement but referenced being responsible for 'the other one,' which Dupree identified as Tupac. The article details the background involving gang feuds and multiple high-profile murders.
- Tupac murder trial faces ‘snitches get stitches’ problem but defendant's ghostwriter could be key
The cold case murder trial of Tupac Shakur centers on the statements made by defendant Duane "Keffe D" Davis in interviews and his memoir. Prosecutors intend to question Jah, the book's ghostwriter, regarding the basis of the details provided, while defense counsel Michael Sanft argues that jurors must determine the facts based on evidence, suggesting the claims may be fiction.
- All eyez on Tupac: Long-awaited trial begins in rapper’s 1996 killing
Opening statements are scheduled to begin in the trial of Duane “Keffe D” Davis, who is charged with murder relating to Tupac Shakur’s death nearly 30 years ago. Prosecutors allege that Davis organized the shooting as revenge after Shakur and his entourage beat up Davis’ nephew at the MGM Grand. Family members traveled to Las Vegas for the trial, hoping it will reveal the truth about the killing.
- All eyez on Tupac: Long-awaited trial begins in rapper's 1996 killing
A long-awaited trial concerning the 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur is set to begin Monday in Las Vegas, with Duane "Keffe D" Davis charged with murder. Prosecutors allege that Davis organized the shooting as an act of revenge after Shakur and his entourage beat up Davis' nephew at the MGM Grand. If convicted, Davis faces life in prison.
- All eyez on Tupac: Long-awaited trial begins in rapper's 1996 killing
Opening statements for the trial against Duane “Keffe D” Davis are set to begin Monday in Las Vegas, where he is accused of orchestrating Tupac Shakur's 1996 killing. Prosecutors allege that Davis was the shot-caller following an incident at the MGM Grand. If convicted of murder with a deadly weapon, Davis faces life in prison.
- Tupac Shakur murder suspect takes center stage at trial nearly 30 years after shooting shocked music world
Duane "Keffe D" Davis is scheduled to stand trial on a murder charge related to the 1996 drive-by shooting that killed Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas. Prosecutors allege he helped plan the attack and provided the gun, though they do not accuse him of firing the shot. Meanwhile, Davis's attorneys challenge whether his public statements should be used against him during the trial.
- Man charged with organizing the 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur on trial
Duane 'Keffe D' Davis, 63, faces murder charges for allegedly orchestrating the 1996 fatal drive-by shooting of Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas. The trial, over 30 years after the killing, hinges on proving Davis directed the attack and provided the weapon, as prosecutors rely on his memoir and interviews to revive the cold case.
- Duane ‘Keffe D’ Davis, charged with organizing the 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur, is on trial
Duane 'Keffe D' Davis, charged with orchestrating the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur, is on trial in Las Vegas. Prosecutors allege he organized the fatal drive-by shooting as part of a gang-related crime, while his defense claims there's no evidence he directed the attack. The case, revived after Davis wrote about his involvement in a memoir and interviews, has gripped hip-hop fans for decades.
- Tupac Shakur was killed in Las Vegas in 1996. Here’s who was there that night
Duane 'Keffe D' Davis is set to face trial for orchestrating the 1996 Las Vegas drive-by shooting that killed Tupac Shakur and injured Marion 'Suge' Knight. The trial, beginning August 10, 2026, centers on a gang rivalry between Bloods and Crips factions linked to hip-hop's East and West Coast competition.
- Judge allows use of police interview in trial for man accused of killing Tupac Shakur
A Nevada judge ruled that a 2008 police interview with Duane 'Keffe D' Davis, accused of killing Tupac Shakur in 1996, can be used in his trial starting August 10. Davis, who claims he provided the weapon used in the murder, argued the interview was confidential, while prosecutors say it is admissible. The interview was previously featured in a detective's book and documentaries.