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NewsWFLA News TampaAugust 14, 2026Hillsborough County

Jury selected for trial of former gang leader accused of ordering Tupac Shakur’s killing

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A jury of 16 people was selected on Thursday to hear the trial of a former gang leader charged with orchestrating the murder of Tupac Shakur. The trial concerns a killing that occurred nearly 30 years ago.

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Why It Matters

The selection of the jury marks the commencement of a high-profile criminal trial regarding a decades-old homicide case.

Key Facts

  • A jury consisting of 6 men and 10 women was selected.
  • The jury selection occurred on Thursday.
  • The defendant is a former gang leader.
  • The defendant is accused of ordering the killing of Tupac Shakur.
  • The incident in question occurred nearly 30 years ago.

Who's Mentioned

PersonDuane “Keffe D” Davis“Defendant accused of orchestrating the murder of Tupac Shakur.”PersonSean “Diddy” Combs“Individual named by Davis who will not be called as a witness.”locationLas Vegas“Location of the shooting and the current trial.”PersonMarion “Suge” Knight“Death Row Records co-founder and witness who was in the car with Shakur.”PersonTupac Shakur“Rapper killed in a 1996 drive-by shooting.”