Dallas authorities confirmed that rapper Markies Conway, known professionally as Yella Beezy, was transferred to a Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) prison on Thursday, November 12. The move follows his conviction on Nov. 11 for capital murder in the 2020 ambush that claimed the life of fellow Dallas rapper Melvin Noble, better known as MO3.
Conviction and sentencing
On Nov. 11, 2026, a Dallas jury found Conway guilty of capital murder and sentenced him to life in prison without the possibility of parole. The verdict arrived on the sixth anniversary of Noble’s death, underscoring the long‑standing feud between the two artists. Prosecutors presented evidence that Conway hired Kewon White to carry out the shooting on Interstate 35 in Dallas.
Prosecutor Tommy Adams praised the jury’s decision, stating, “I think that they got it right today. So, we’re happy about it, of course.” The court’s judgment reflects the seriousness of the crime and the community’s demand for accountability.
Details of the case
According to the indictment, Conway allegedly paid White to ambush Noble, who was traveling on I‑35 when he was shot. White had previously been convicted of capital murder for Noble’s death, and a third defendant, Devin Brown, remains charged with capital murder and is awaiting trial.
Conway maintained his innocence throughout the trial, pleading not guilty and denying any involvement in the planning or execution of the murder.
New booking photo released
The TDCJ released a new booking photograph taken on Nov. 12, showing Conway in prison attire. The image confirms his transfer to a state facility where he will serve his life sentence.
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice confirmed the transfer and the release of the photograph, noting that Conway is now under the custody of the state prison system.
Community reaction
The Dallas hip‑hop community has expressed a mixture of shock and relief. While many mourn the loss of MO3, others see the conviction as a necessary step toward ending violent feuds that have plagued the local music scene.
Local leaders and faith‑based organizations have called for greater outreach and conflict‑resolution programs to prevent future tragedies among young artists.
What’s next?
Conway will remain incarcerated for the remainder of his life, with no chance of parole. The pending case against Devin Brown continues, and authorities say they will pursue all leads to ensure full accountability for the 2020 killing.
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice will handle Conway’s incarceration, and any future appeals will be processed through the state’s judicial system.
Original reporting: Dallas – Ft. Worth Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
