Key Facts

• Duane Davis, 63, was found guilty of first-degree murder with a deadly weapon for Tupac Shakur’s killing.
• The shooting happened in September 1996 in Las Vegas and remained unsolved for 30 years.
• Prosecutors said Davis organized the attack and supplied the gun but did not shoot Tupac himself.
• The trial lasted nine days with 24 prosecution witnesses and three defense witnesses.
• Davis’ own words from police interviews, documentaries, and his 2019 memoir were key evidence.
• Prosecutors described Davis as a leader who controlled younger gang members involved in the attack.
• The defense argued Davis’ statements were inconsistent and questioned the lack of physical proof.
• Davis has been held without bond since his conviction and intends to appeal.