Keefe D, also known as Duane Davis, will remain in custody pending his trial for the murder of Tupac Shakur, scheduled for November. Judge Carli Kierny denied his request for bail on Wednesday (June 26), citing concerns over the legitimacy of the funds gathered for his bail.
During court proceedings this week, Wack 100 (real name Cash Jones) revealed that he contributed 15% of the $750,000 bail as a “gift” to assist Keefe D. Despite claiming it was not tied to any business deals, prosecutors referenced a recent VladTV interview where Wack 100 discussed potentially capitalizing on Davis’ story for a series.
In his defense, Wack 100 clarified in court, stating, “That’s what I said to Vlad, but Keefe D is already involved with somebody. I have no contracts with him. Before you go on Vlad, you have a discussion about what you’re going to talk about and what needs to be said to draw up views. There’s nothing about Vlad and nothing about YouTube that says that we’re being truthful about what we’re saying for entertainment.”
However, prosecutors countered with a recorded conversation where Wack 100 urged Keefe D to consider the long-term implications of their arrangement.
Judge Kierny ultimately sided with the prosecution, emphasizing discrepancies in Wack 100’s statements and deeming the evidence of the bail money’s legitimacy insufficient. This decision marks a setback for Keefe D, whose health and community contributions were cited as reasons for his bail request.
Earlier this year, Davis‘ attorneys argued for leniency, citing his declining health and asserting that he posed no danger. However, these pleas were rejected given his past affiliations and admissions related to the crime.
Keefe D’s involvement in the murder of Tupac Shakur has been a subject of ongoing legal scrutiny and public interest for decades. As the case approaches trial, the spotlight remains on the complexities of justice and the enduring legacy of one of hip-hop’s most infamous incidents.