Tupac Shakur's Sister Highlights Significance of New Murder Charge

The sister of late rapper Tupac Shakur, Sekyiwa Shakur, has hailed the indictment of former gang leader Duane "Keffe D" Davis as a significant moment. Tupac Shakur was shot and killed in a drive-by attack in Las Vegas in 1996 at the age of 25. The Nevada grand jury charged Davis, 60, with one count of murder with a deadly weapon. Sekyiwa Shakur cautiously celebrated the news, stating that while it felt like a victory, she would reserve judgment until the legal process was complete. She emphasized the importance of recognizing the gravity of her brother's passing and seeking justice. Mopreme Shakur, Tupac's step-brother, expressed mixed emotions, acknowledging the decades of pain their family had endured and raising questions about why it took so long for charges to be filed and if there were any accomplices involved. Police believe Davis planned the shooting after his nephew got into a fight with Tupac at a casino. Davis was arrested near his Las Vegas home and is expected to appear in court soon. Prosecutors described Davis as the "on-ground, on-site commander" who ordered Tupac's death. The case had been reviewed multiple times but gained traction in 2018 when new information emerged. Las Vegas police also mentioned Davis's self-incriminating statements to the media regarding his presence in the vehicle from where the shots were fired. Tupac, also known as 2Pac, became a hip-hop legend with his debut album in 1991 and achieved global success, selling over 75 million records. His tragic death has inspired numerous documentaries, and he was posthumously awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame earlier this year.