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Prosecutors Rest Case In Tupac Shakur Murder Trial As Defense Begins

Physical evidence, including the murder weapon and DNA, is unavailable, making Davis' own statements central to the prosecution's case.

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Tupac Shakur murder trial: Prosecutors rest, putting Duane Davis' defense up next. Pic via(@abc7newsbayarea)

Prosecutors have rested their case against Duane “Keffe D” Davis in the murder trial over the 1996 killing of hip-hop icon Tupac Shakur, clearing the way for the defense to begin presenting its evidence.

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The prosecution called 24 witnesses and relied heavily on Davis' past recorded interviews and memoir, in which he discussed the shooting. Prosecutors allege the killing was revenge for a casino fight involving Davis' nephew, Orlando Anderson, and Shakur.

Physical evidence, including the murder weapon and DNA, is unavailable, making Davis' own statements central to the prosecution's case.

Defense attorney Michael Sanft has argued that Davis' accounts were fabricated bravado rather than reliable admissions. The defense is expected to call police officers and a detective as witnesses.

The case presents significant challenges for prosecutors because nearly three decades have passed since the shooting and much of the evidence depends on statements made by the defendant rather than physical corroboration.

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