Tupac Shakur murder trial begins 30 years after rapper's death
The trial of a man accused of orchestrating the killing of Tupac Shakur started this week with jury selection, almost 30 years after the rap legend was gunned down near the Las Vegas Strip. FRANCE 24's Wassim Cornet tells us more.
Places named in this report: Colombia, France
Exact coordinates
colombia: 4.570, -74.300
france: 46.230, 2.210
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Unresolved 35% Quick Jury Dismissal Due to Evidence Issues
The defense successfully challenges the admissibility of key evidence or witness testimony early in the selection process. The judge rules on a significant legal motion, leading to a swift procedural halt in the trial.
Watch for: Judge issues a ruling on the admissibility of forensic evidence related to the case · Defense counsel files a motion for a mistrial based on prosecutorial misconduct
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Unresolved 30% Trial Proceeds to Full Opening Statements
The selection process concludes smoothly without major legal roadblocks, and the court schedules the prosecution and defense opening arguments to commence within the next two weeks.
Watch for: Court clerk announces the official start date for opening statements · Defense attorney issues a press release confirming readiness for the trial commencement
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Unresolved 25% High-Profile Witness Recalls/Testimony
A key, previously hesitant witness agrees to testify, or a previously uncorroborated piece of testimony is presented during cross-examination. This dramatically shifts the early narrative of the proceedings.
Watch for: News report details the testimony of a specific named individual in the trial · Media coverage indicates a shift in public perception regarding the primary witness
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Unresolved 10% Sudden Judicial Stay Amid Procedural Dispute
Unexpected jurisdictional or procedural challenges arise mid-jury selection, forcing the judge to issue a temporary injunction or stay on the trial indefinitely pending further legal review.
Watch for: Court publishes an emergency order citing 'unresolved jurisdictional conflicts' · Official statement from the District Attorney's office requesting a 30-day continuance
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