Summary
A U.S. judge overturned the murder conviction of Karl Jordan Jr. in the 2002 killing of Jam Master Jay, a member of the rap group Run-DMC. The judge found that prosecutors did not provide enough evidence to prove Jordan's involvement, while the conviction of another man, Ronald Washington, still stands.
Key Facts
- Jam Master Jay, whose real name was Jason Mizell, was a member of the rap group Run-DMC.
- He was killed on October 30, 2002, in his New York City recording studio.
- Ronald Washington and Karl Jordan Jr. were originally found guilty of his murder.
- A judge recently overturned Jordan's conviction, stating there was insufficient evidence.
- Washington’s conviction for his role in the murder remains in place.
- Prosecutors claim the murder was linked to a drug deal dispute involving cocaine.
- Witnesses were reportedly reluctant to cooperate with the investigation.
