The intriguing saga of 2Pac’s unsolved murder case has taken a fresh turn in recent weeks, with new developments suggesting that the spotlight is once again focused on former Compton Crip gang leader, Duane “Keefe D” Davis. The alleged childhood friend of iconic N.W.A. frontman Eazy-E has long been associated with rumors of involvement in the assassination of 2Pac (Tupac Shakur). Now, it seems that the wheels of justice are finally in motion, as reports indicate that Keefe D is on the cusp of facing “imminent charges.”
According to The Sun, the Las Vegas homicide division is leading the charge in reexamining the nearly 27-year-old cold case of 2Pac’s murder. Backed by the district attorney, authorities are reportedly gearing up to present their findings to a secret jury next month. The case against Keefe D appears to be compelling, and investigators are said to possess a substantial body of evidence, including witness statements related to 2Pac’s murder and Keefe’s alleged involvement.
While Keefe D will not be allowed to attend the grand jury hearing, a significant amount of evidence will be presented to determine whether there is enough cause for prosecution. The Sun’s insiders suggest that the district attorney is considering the possibility of charging Keefe D with first-degree murder, based on Nevada law.
Keefe D, now 60 years old, has been quite vocal about his role in the events surrounding 2Pac’s murder. In his self-published memoir, titled “Compton Street Legend,” he openly confessed to his alleged participation in the shooting. According to his account, he rode in the same vehicle and provided the murder weapon to his nephew Orlando Anderson, who allegedly fired the fatal shots.
The recent spotlight on Keefe D’s potential involvement follows a police search of his residence, a significant move in the ongoing investigation into 2Pac’s death. During the search, authorities seized various items, including computers, hard drives, and magazine articles related to 2Pac. Additionally, photographs from the 1990s depicting individuals possibly linked to the shooting were discovered, along with copies of Keefe D’s 2019 book.
While investigators have long believed that the actual gunman may have already passed away (Orlando Anderson was killed in an unrelated gang shooting in 1998), they remain hopeful that identifying and charging potential accomplices will finally bring some closure to one of hip-hop’s most notorious unsolved mysteries. The forthcoming legal proceedings may provide much-needed answers to a chapter in music history that has remained shrouded in speculation for decades.