The decades-long mystery surrounding the murder of Tupac Shakur was seemingly on the verge of resolution with the 2023 arrest of reputed Southside Crip Duane “Keefe D” Davis. However, the trial is now facing a significant delay due to newly presented evidence that could alter the case’s trajectory.

Duane “Keefe D” Davis’ long-awaited murder trial for his alleged role in the 1996 shooting death of rapper Tupac Shakur has been postponed until 2026. Originally scheduled for March 2025, the delay came after Davis’ attorney filed a motion on Feb. 14, requesting more time to prepare.

A Nevada judge has rescheduled the trial of Duane “Keffe D” Davis, who is being tried for his alleged involvement in the killing of controversial rapper, Tupac Shakur. According to The Associated Press,

The trial for Duane “Keffe D” Davis, who's alleged involvement in the murder of rap icon Tupac led to his 2023 arrest, has been delayed almost a year.

Attorneys for Duane “Keffe D” Davis filed a motion Friday in a Nevada court, stating that Davis’ defense has identified witnesses who can testify that he was not present at the shooting, despite his alleged self-implication in his memoir, “Compton Street Legend,” KSNV reported.

Attorneys for suspect Duane “Keffe D” Davis say they may be able to prove someone else orchestrated the killing

Duane "Keffe D" Davis has been in jail since he was arrested on suspicion of the murder of Tupac Shakur in September 2023, some 27 years after the rapper's death. He has pleaded not guilty - and his lawyers now say they have new leads.