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Keefe D’s Nephew Bragged About Murdering 2Pac, Retired Cop Alleges

February 4, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Last year, an arrest was finally made in connection to 2Pac’s murder, and Keefe D was put behind bars. The alleged gang member is accused of having been the “shot-caller” of the infamous 1996 Vegas drive-by. The man long believed to have pulled the trigger, his nephew Orlando Anderson, was never charged in connection to the crime and later died in 1998.

During a recent interview with a former member of the Compton PD Gang Unit, Robert Ladd, he recalled the days after the shooting. According to him, informants gave authorities both Keefe D and Anderson’s names in no time. Allegedly, Anderson had also returned to Compton after the shooting to boast about the crime. “Within the next few days, we start getting calls from informants. Our first ones were saying, ‘Hey, it’s Keefe D. Orlando [Anderson] was a shooter.’ They’re telling us that Bubble Up and Big Dre were in the car. This is days after informants telling us, and it’s not just us. Other people had informants too,” he recalls.

Robert Ladd Recalls Days After 2Pac’s Shooting

Ladd also explains that in the days after the shooting, there was a lack of communication between the Compton PD and the Las Vegas PD, out of fear of information leaking. As a result, Compton PD wasn’t notified that they should have been looking out for a white Cadillac, and the car returning to Compton was missed.

“Days have gone by now, and all we’re saying is, ‘Come on man, we know the white Cadillac is coming back to the hood. If we knew there was a white Cadillac we would’ve been looking for it,” he also adds. “I mean, in that type of aspect, maybe we could have caught him or even, uh, you know, found the Cadillac.” What do you think of retired cop Robert Ladd alleging that Orlando Anderson boasted about killing 2Pac? Are you surprised? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Keefe D Claims Diddy Put Hit On Tupac For $1M In New Audio Used In Court

January 13, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Keefe D’s court case for the murder of Tupac Shakur has plenty of other suspects in its sights, especially from the defense’s side. Moreover, on Thursday (January 11), his lawyers submitted a tape of him claiming that Diddy offered him a million dollars to murder the West Coast legend, according to The U.S. Sun. However, the clip reportedly doesn’t feature the Bad Boy mogul at all, but rather Keefe (real name Duane Davis) laughing about his alleged involvement with Vegas police. Apparently, Sean Combs wanted ‘Pac and Suge Knight taken care of because tensions between the East Coast and West Coast had reached an all-time high.

Furthermore, this follows other accusations that Diddy had something to do with this whole debacle. For example, L.A.P.D. Detective Greg Kading did so back in 2011, also alleging that Suge put out the hit on Biggie Smalls. “We got Keffe D’s back up against the wall,” he recalled to HipHopDX around this time, explaining how they began to put the pieces of the story together. While this is purely speculative, it’s also to show for just how long rumors like these have dominated hip-hop conversations and gossip mills.

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Keefe D In Court

Keefe D Diddy <a href= — TOPSHOT – Duane “Keefe D” Davis, 60, appears in a Las Vegas court on October 19, 2023 for his arraignment on murder charges in the death of rapper Tupac Shakur. (Photo by John Locher / POOL / AFP) (Photo by JOHN LOCHER/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

“He explained to us that him and his nephew, [Orlando Anderson], and the rest of that little Crip entourage, committed the murder of Tupac out in Las Vegas,” Kading continued of Keefe D and Diddy’s involvement. “Then he explains that the conspiracy to commit the murder of Tupac had developed in Los Angeles during his conversations with Puffy Combs. We realized now that we had some legitimate ownership of [Tupac’s case, too]. Even though the murder took place in Las Vegas, and technically it was their investigation, since the conspiracy to murder happened in our jurisdiction, it gave us a legitimate cause to investigate it.

“Since now we had the star witness, [Keefe D], and now we needed to protect him in order to further the investigation to take it up to where it’s tied to the other conspirators, we needed to really protect that aspect of the case,” he went on. “Because if it got out, ‘Hey, Keefe D’s cooperating,’ or anything like that, well, you can imagine that would’ve interfered with the ongoing investigation.” For what it’s worth, Puff Daddy’s denied any and all accusations when it comes to this. For more news and the latest updates on Diddy, Keefe D, and Tupac Shakur, stick around on HNHH.

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Suge Knight Accuses Jimmy Iovine Of Turning 2Pac’s Mom Against Him

December 10, 2023 by newhiphopnews

During a recent episode of his podcast, Collect Call With Suge Knight, the former Death Row boss opened up about the label’s partnership with Interscope. Interscope gained exclusive distribution rights to Death Row’s music in the 90s. According to Knight, he once reached out to Jimmy Iovine for his archives. He defined this as “your masters, any songs you put out, any songs you didn’t put out.”

Unfortunately, however, he claims he was told that Iovine no longer had some of the music. Iovine’s reasoning for this was that 2Pac’s mother Afeni Shakur allegedly took them from him at gunpoint. He alleged that she and some armed men came and then demanded him to hand over any music featuring 2Pac.

Suge Knight On Jimmy Iovine

Afeni also once visited Knight while he was in prison, and informed him that she was told he was involved in having her son murdered. “I said, ‘Who is they?’” he explained. “She said, ‘The mothaf*ckers at Interscope.’ So she never told me who and the light finally clicked on. Oh, I get it. So muthaf*ckas trying to work me. They gonna turn her against me, they gonna lie on me, and the saddest thing about that sh*t — she died without knowing the truth.”

Duane “Keefe D” Davis was later arrested and charged with the late icon’s murder, though he’s not believed to have pulled the trigger. According to Knight, this came as a shock to him. “I [didn’t] think Keefe D would ever get arrested, nor do I want to see him get arrested,” he said on another podcast episode. “Let’s get one thing straight, first and foremost: me and Keefe D played on the same Pop Warner football team. And whatever circumstances — if he had an involvement with anything, if he didn’t have an involvement with anything, I wouldn’t wish somebody going to prison on my worst enemy.” What do you think of Suge Knight suggesting that Jimmy Iovine could have turned 2Pac’s mother against him? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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2Pac’s Father Calls Keefe D A “Pawn” Used By Death Row Or The Government

December 8, 2023 by newhiphopnews

During a recent interview with The Art of Dialogue, 2Pac’s biological father Billy Garland shared his thoughts on the arrest of Keefe D, who’s been charged with his son’s murder. He suggested that the government used the alleged Crip as a “tool,” insinuating that there were larger forces at play in 2Pac’s murder. Garland says he’s numb to Keefe D’s arrest, as he doesn’t believe it resolves the true injustice that led to his son’s death.

“He’s not a very intelligent individual,” he said of Keefe D. “When you go on air and say you participated in a high-scale assassination, eventually it’s gonna come back on you. I’m surprised he went that far and that long without them arresting him… He was in the car — that’s aiding and abetting in a murder! But he was doing his part with the rest of the people who were talking about the Orlando Anderson — he was fulfilling that glitch and adding to their truth, which we all know wasn’t true.”

Billy Garland On Keefe D’s Arrest

He went on, noting how he’s not satisfied with Keefe D’s arrest. “I’m just as empty by the loss of my son as the rest of the world is,” he described. “I have no feelings about it whatsoever because it’s not true. It’s not the truth. It’s just another pawn being moved in the game of chess to create that continuous story that we don’t know who did it. And that’s what they want.”

“Everybody can see through this thin veil of deceit,” Garland also added. “It’s ridiculous. I don’t think we’ll ever find out who really did the shooting. But we know it wasn’t no one individual. Keefe D might have been involved in it, but he was a pawn — maybe by the government, maybe by Death Row.” What do you think of 2Pac’s father’s take on Keefe D’s arrest? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Big Hit Reacts To Keefe D Arrest

November 15, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Big Hit, the father of Hit-Boy, says that Keefe D’s recent arrest offers no closure for Tupac’s death. Speaking with AllHipHop’s Chuck Creekmur, Big Hit discussed the murder case and death of the legendary rapper.

“Sh*t, got to just stick to the code, my n***a,” Big Hit said. “I’m feeling for everybody. It’s a f*cked-up situation on both sides. All else fails, just like anybody knows, just got to stick to the code, my n***a. And just keep your f*cking mouth shut. I don’t give the f*ck what happens.”

Keefe D Appears In Court

Duane “Keefe D” Davis, 60, walks out after a court appearance in Las Vegas on October 19, 2023 for his arraignment on murder charges in the death of rapper Tupac Shakur. Shakur, 25, died on September 7, 1996, six days after being shot while in a car near the Las Vegas Strip. (Photo by John Locher / POOL / AFP) (Photo by JOHN LOCHER/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

“That’s still not even enough, man,” Big Hit further said. “It’s like, man, he was so great. He brought so much to the game. That loss was just bigger than Keefe D … This whole situation, man, that was f*cked up. It was a great loss, man. He can’t be replaced. Nah, this sh*t ain’t going to be no closure. It’s just going to be water under the bridge, sh*t.” Later in the interview, Big Hit spoke with his son about their experiences working together, their individual musical influences, and more. Check out the full interview below.

Big Hit Discusses 2Pac

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police arrested Keefe D for the murder back in September after he had spoken about the killing in several interviews over the years. In response, he pleaded not guilty to the charge in November. His trial will begin on June 3, 2024. His next court date is set for January 3, 2024, as a status check. Be on the lookout for further updates on Keefe D’s murder case on HotNewHipHop.

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50 Cent Trolls Keefe D For Public Defender, Urges Diddy To “Throw A Ni**a A Bone”

November 3, 2023 by newhiphopnews

50 Cent has long had his foot on Diddy’s neck, and now that serious headway is taking place in Tupac’s murder investigation, the Power producer has found even more reasons to troll his contemporary. Of course, the Bad Boy head hasn’t been in police custody in involvement with the case. However, he did have a long-standing feud with the late legendary rapper that’s caused speculation about his potential involvement over the years. Pac’s brother recently confirmed that Diddy once reached out to him to deny any sort of wrongdoing, but still, the rumours persist.

Amid news that Keefe D – who was arrested this fall – has pleaded not guilty to murdering the “All Eyez On Me” hitmaker, we also found out that he’s struggling to afford a lawyer. As a result, the industry executive now has a public defender, which has left Fif feeling tickled pink. “ This shit is so funny to me,” the father of two wrote in the caption of a video edited to look like an intense conversation between Keefe and Sean Combs.

50 Cent Delivers Laughs at Diddy and Keefe D’s Expense

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“Keefe D getting ready to go on trial for murder with a public defender. D**n throw a a bone or something. LOL,” 50 added. “See, I’ma be alright. I got villas in Brazil, Tahiti,” Diddy says in a clip from Get Him To The Greek. “God d**n,” Pac’s alleged killer replies in a snippet taken from an interview. “Throw a dog a bone or something,” Keefe pleads in the spoof above.

Like any good troll, 50 Cent knows that it’s important to keep your targets diversified, which is why he also throws shade at stars outside the world of hip-hop. Madonna has been feeling the New Yorker’s wrath for the past year, most recently having her BBL be the centre of attention on his IG. Read more about that at the link below, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.

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Keefe D Pleads Not Guilty In Tupac Murder Case

November 2, 2023 by newhiphopnews

After facing multiple delays in his arraignment process, Duane “Keefe D” Davis finally pleaded not guilty in Tupac Shakur’s murder case. Moreover, he appeared in Clark County court on Thursday (November 2) in Las Vegas alongside his public defender, which he got after he couldn’t afford a lawyer. Of course, this falls within predictions of what we expected Davis to state, as a not guilty plea seems obvious in these circumstances. After all, he was quite calm in the backseat of the police car, or at least from the body-cam footage of his arrest that we saw. Regardless, now the gears will start turning to unveil whether the 60-year-old is truly responsible for the hip-hop legend’s tragic passing.

Furthermore, this follows years of Keefe D boasting and commenting on Tupac’s murder in ways that link him to the crime. For example, he claimed that he gave his nephew Orlando Anderson the murder weapon that took ‘Pac’s life back in 1996. Amid other allusions to the mystery, this is apparently what caused investigators and prosecutors to reopen this case. However, this is far from the only accusation or narrative at play in this story.

Keefe D In Court

<a href= — TOPSHOT – Duane “Keefe D” Davis, 60, appears in a Las Vegas court on October 19, 2023 for his arraignment on murder charges in the death of rapper Tupac Shakur. Shakur, 25, died on September 7, 1996, six days after being shot while in a car near the Las Vegas Strip. (Photo by John Locher / POOL / AFP) (Photo by JOHN LOCHER/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Not only is Keefe D at the center of these accusations, but folks also roped Diddy into the list of suspects. His former bodyguard, Gene Deal, recently spoke to The Art Of Dialogue about what many see as a suspicious bond between the two. “Keefe D, I’ve seen him a number of times,” Deal remarked. “[He and Diddy] were gambling together, they were drinking together, they had fun, they was hanging out in hotels. Yes, they did have a relationship. As far as me having any information whether he commissioned Keefe D to do a murder, nah bruh, that ain’t me. They can ask me, did I see Keefe D? Yes, I did. Was he around? Yes, he was.”

Meanwhile, this is adding another conspiratorial layer to this current trial, which will surely be relevant. But these theories and speculative comments have existed from the day that the Death Row icon left this Earth. As such, maybe this trial will bring justice forward, or it will continue a cycle of dead ends. On that note, stay posted on HNHH for the latest news and updates on Keefe D and Tupac Shakur.

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2Pac Murder Suspect Keefe D Can’t Afford A Lawyer

November 1, 2023 by newhiphopnews

At the end of September, Las Vegas Metro Police arrested Duane “Keefe D” Davis for the murder of 2Pac. He had a court hearing last month, asking a judge for a continuance because his lawyer failed to show up. He’s now listed as having no lawyer, and according to VladTV, it’s because he doesn’t have the funds to hire one.

As a result, the man authorities believe acted as the “shot caller” in 2Pac’s 1996 shooting will use a public defender instead. His arraignment is now scheduled for November 2. The news follows recent reports that prominent Las Vegas attorney Ross Goodman might be representing the alleged former gang member.

Keefe D To Use A Public Defender Instead

Duane “Keefe D” Davis, 60, speaks with attorney Ross Goodman in a Las Vegas court on October 19, 2023 for his arraignment on murder charges in the death of rapper Tupac Shakur. Shakur, 25, died on September 7, 1996, six days after being shot while in a car near the Las Vegas Strip. (Photo by John Locher / POOL / AFP) (Photo by JOHN LOCHER/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

At the time, Goodman told KTNV that Keefe D would be pleading not guilty and requesting bail. “I’m not yet hired to review the grand jury transcripts,” he also added. “But the things that jump out, there’s no gun, there’s no car, and there are no witnesses from 27 years ago.”

While only time will tell what’ll happen to Keefe D, recent rumors suggested that he wasn’t faring well behind bars. Luckily for him, it appears that the speculation is unfounded. DJ Vlad took to social media last week to clear up the rumors. “There’s a rumor going around that Keefe D got beat up and stabbed in jail,” he wrote. “I looked into it, and it doesn’t appear to be true.” What do you think of Keefe D reportedly being unable to afford legal representation? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Boosie Badazz Discusses Keefe D Arrest: “I Was Kind Of Surprised”

November 1, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Boosie Badazz says that he was “kind of surprised” when authorities arrested Keefe D for the murder of 2Pac. Speaking with VladTV during a new interview, Boosie explained that he was under the impression Keefe D had immunity for the crime.

When asked if he was surprised, Boosie responded: “Kind of, because he’s been talking about it and I thought when he got busted or whatever he had immunity. So, when he got arrested, I was like, immunity must be f*cking gone. I don’t know, I was kind of surprised. I thought he’d never get arrested for it.” Afterward, Vlad explained that Keefe D only got a “proffer agreement” not full immunity.

Keefe D Appears In Court For Arraignment In Murder Of 2Pac

Duane “Keefe D” Davis, 60, appears in a Las. Vegas court on October 19, 2023 for his arraignment on murder charges in the death of rapper Tupac Shakur. Shakur, 25, died on September 7, 1996, six days after being shot while in a car near the Las Vegas Strip. (Photo by John Locher / POOL / AFP) (Photo by JOHN LOCHER/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police arrested Keefe D for the murder of 2Pac on September 29, 2023. They had previously raided a house owned by his wife in Henderson, Nevada over the summer in connection with the killing. Keefe D’s arraignment was continued and rescheduled to November 2. Check out Boosie’s thoughts on the arrest below.

Boosie Badazz Reflects On Keefe D’s Arrest

2Pac’s sister recently discussed Keefe D’s arrest in a statement, admitting that she won’t feel closure until all legal proceedings are done. “This is no doubt a pivotal moment,” she explained. “The silence of the past 27 years surrounding this case has spoken loudly in our community. It’s important to me that the world, the country, the justice system, and our people acknowledge the gravity of the passing of this man, my brother, my mother’s son, my father’s son. His life and death matters, and should not go unsolved or unrecognized.” Be on the lookout for further updates on Keefe D’s case on HotNewHipHop.

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Jada Pinkett Smith Recalls Being “Rageful” After Receiving 2Pac’s Ashes From Suge Knight

October 21, 2023 by newhiphopnews

As her book tour continues, Jada Pinkett Smith shared the story of receiving 2Pac’s ashes from Suge Knight. “Having to receive ‘Pac’s ashes in that way was a really devastating moment … to just get him in this little cardboard box. And yeah, I was very rageful about the whole thing.” Pinkett Smith said. The actress went on to say that there was something about Suge’s attitude in that moment that rubbed her the wrong way.

However, Pinkett Smith played coy when asked if Suge’s behavior made her believe he was involved in 2Pac’s death. “One thing I’ve learned – not to make assumptions. Lord knows so many assumptions gave been made about me of what people think they know front-facing. And there’s always more to the story so I can’t make assumptions,” she said in response.

2Pac Suspect Arraignment Postponed A Second Time

However, despite the flurry of activity earlier this month, the legal proceedings into 2Pac’s murder have once again stalled. Judge Tierra Jones agreed to postpone the arraignment of Duane “Keefe D” Davis for a second time. The motion was filed by Ross Goodman, a prominent Vegas-area lawyer. Goodman argued that he needed more time to determine whether he wanted to be confirmed as Davis’ lawyer. “I’m going to give you two weeks, but in two weeks, we have to get this case moving,” Jones warned Goodman. Davis was originally scheduled to be arraigned on October 4.

Despite this, Goodman indicated that Davis intended to plead not guilty once he was finally arraigned. “I’m not yet hired to review the grand jury transcripts. But the things that jump out, there’s no gun, there’s no car, and there are no witnesses from 27 years ago,” Goodman argued. The not guilty plea will come despite Davis having spent the last few years openly bragging about his involvement in 2Pac’s murder. The various interviews Davis has given, as well as the book he published, are expected to be used as evidence by the prosecution.

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