Keffe D’s bail is subject to rigorous conditions, including electronic monitoring and house arrest.
Duane “Keffe D” Davis was accused with the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur. [Al Pereira/Getty Images, Las Vegas Police Department/AP]
Duane “Keffe D” Davis, a former Los Angeles-area gang leader accused with the unsolved murder of artist Tupac Shakur, was granted $750,000 bond after appearing in court on Tuesday, January 9, 2024.
Davis was arrested in September 2023 for murder with a lethal weapon.
His bail is subject to rigorous conditions, including electronic monitoring and home arrest.
Arguments for and against bail.
Davis’ defense team claimed that he poses no threat to society or flight risk, emphasizing his “not-guilty” plea. They said that any previous claims about Tupac’s murder were made for entertainment and commercial benefit.
Prosecutors, on the other hand, opposed the bail request, citing Davis’ alleged previous involvement in violent activities as well as the gravity of the murder allegation.
Judge Carli Kierny carefully balanced legal considerations and public safety, issuing bail with tight restrictions. This ruling respects the legal right to bail while still recognizing the seriousness of the allegations and potential public safety concerns.
It’s crucial to remember that Davis is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. The ensuing investigation and trial will reveal the truth about Tupac.
