Witnesses to Tupac Shakur’s killing testify in Duane Davis murder trial

Prosecutors called Shakur's 1996 killing 'an act of revenge' during opening statements, while the defense argued time, corruption and a lack of facts will be challenges in the case. • Happening now: The trial of Duane Keith Davis , who is charged with one count of murder with a deadly weapon in hip-hop legend Tupac Shakur’s death, is underway in Las Vegas. The jury has heard testimony from a former homicide detective who was called to the scene of the fatal shooting. Several of Shakur’s family members are also present in the courtroom. • Opening statements: Both sides gave opening statements this morning, with prosecutors calling Shakur’s 1996 killing “an act of revenge” and saying Davis showed “visceral anger” at Shakur for years. Meanwhile, the defense argued there is a lack of facts in the case. • About the charges: Prosecutors do not claim Davis fired the shots that killed Shakur 30 years ago, but instead allege he orchestrated the killing in retaliation for an assault on his nephew. Davis, 63, has pleaded not guilty.

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