Dallas County Court continued Friday morning with the fourth day of the murder trial involving rapper Markies Conway, known professionally as Yella Beezy. Conway has pleaded not guilty to a capital murder charge linked to the 2020 death of fellow Dallas rapper MO3, whose real name was Melvin Noble.
Prosecutors outline alleged plot
Prosecutors allege that Conway hired Kewon White to carry out the killing after a feud between the two artists that began in 2017. According to the indictment, White was paid to travel to a Dallas freeway where a chaotic exchange of gunfire occurred, resulting in Noble’s death.
Witness testimony describes chaotic scene
During the first three days of testimony, multiple witnesses recounted hearing a barrage of gunshots on the freeway. One eyewitness described the scene as “a hail of bullets” that left bystanders in shock. Another witness, who was traveling nearby, said the shooting appeared to be a targeted attack rather than a random act of violence.
White’s prior conviction
Kewon White was previously convicted of capital murder in September and sentenced to life in prison. Prosecutors argue that his prior conviction underscores the premeditated nature of the alleged plot.
Defense maintains innocence
Conway’s defense team has consistently asserted that their client had no involvement in the planning or execution of the shooting. The defense has not yet presented its own witnesses, but has indicated it will call character witnesses later in the trial.
Trial timeline
The trial is expected to continue through the end of the month, with both sides slated to present additional evidence and testimony. The court will later schedule a date for closing arguments and, if necessary, a sentencing hearing.
The case has drawn significant attention from the local community, given the high profile of both artists and the broader concerns about gun violence in Dallas. Residents and local leaders have called for a swift and fair resolution to the case.
Original reporting: Dallas TX News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
