Ballistics expert testimony during the Keefe D murder trial has revealed that all seven shell casings recovered from the 1996 2Pac shooting originated from a single firearm. This forensic development provides crucial evidence in the ongoing legal proceedings against Duane “Keefe D” Davis, shedding new light on the mechanics of the fatal drive-by shooting.
The ballistics technician’s findings directly support the prosecution’s theory that a lone shooter fired multiple rounds from the white Cadillac that pulled alongside the BMW carrying 2Pac and Suge Knight on the Las Vegas Strip. The expert analysis, which identified the ammunition as consistent with a .40-caliber Glock, effectively refutes long-standing theories that suggested multiple weapons were involved in the attack.
This forensic evidence is particularly significant given that Davis is not charged with pulling the trigger himself. Instead, prosecutors argue that he orchestrated the retaliation shooting following an altercation earlier that evening at the MGM Grand, where his nephew, Orlando “Baby Lane” Anderson, was beaten by the entourage of 2Pac. The ballistics testimony helps establish the mechanics of the attack, supporting the narrative that the incident was a coordinated, planned act of violence rather than a spontaneous confrontation.
The shell casing analysis adds to a growing body of evidence presented during the trial. Previous testimony has included autopsy reports confirming the rapper was struck by multiple bullets, as well as accounts from witnesses present during the shooting and the preceding casino altercation. As the trial continues, this forensic clarity remains a cornerstone of the state’s case against Davis.
