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crime-music1 year ago

"Justice Served: Conviction in Jam Master Jay's 2002 Murder Case"

Jam Master Jay, of the pioneering hip-hop group Run-DMC, was tragically shot dead in his recording studio in 2002, a killing that went unsolved for nearly two decades. Last week, two men from his old neighborhood were convicted in the slaying after a trial that revealed his involvement in drug deals as his popularity waned. The men convicted were once close to Jay, highlighting the tragic downfall of a generous man who surrounded himself with the wrong people, ultimately leading to his untimely death.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#crime-music#drug-deals#hip-hop
crime-music1 year ago

"Justice Served: Conviction in Jam Master Jay's Murder Case After 22 Years"

Jam Master Jay, of the pioneering hip-hop group Run-DMC, was tragically shot dead in 2002, a killing that went unsolved for nearly two decades. Last week, two men from his old neighborhood were convicted in the slaying after a trial that revealed his involvement in drug deals as a means of making ends meet. The convictions were bittersweet for those who knew him, as they reflected on how his life could have been different had he distanced himself from the hustlers and hangers-on from his past.

via NBC News|
#crime-music#drug-deals#hip-hop
crime-music1 year ago

"Verdict Reached: 2 Men Found Guilty of Murdering Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay"

Two men have been found guilty of the 2002 murder of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay, revealing shocking details about his involvement in drug trafficking and financial struggles. Despite his public image as a role model, Jay led a double life as a drug middleman, reportedly due to financial difficulties. He continued to support others and run his record label, JMJ Records, while also meeting with emerging artists like 50 Cent just days before his death.

via The Root|
#crime-music#drug-trafficking#hip-hop
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Two Men Convicted in 2002 Killing of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay"

Two men, Karl Jordan Jr. and Ronald Washington, have been found guilty of the 2002 killing of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay, Jason Mizell. The jury's verdict comes more than 21 years after the murder, and the convicted men face a minimum of 20 years in prison. The killing was driven by greed and revenge, as Mizell had cut the men out of a cocaine deal. Witnesses testified against the defendants during the four-week trial, and the guilty verdicts serve as a reminder that time does not provide a safe harbor for those who commit murder.

via NPR|
#crime-and-justice#guilty-verdict#hip-hop
crime1 year ago

"Friend and Godson Convicted in 2002 Murder of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay"

The godson and childhood friend of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay were found guilty by a jury for his 2002 murder at his New York City recording studio, with prosecutors stating it was over a drug deal. Ronald Washington and Karl Jordan Jr. were convicted of murder while engaged in drug trafficking, with a third defendant, Jay Bryant, also indicted. Witnesses were initially too afraid to cooperate with law enforcement, but the prosecution presented evidence including confessions from the defendants. Both Washington and Jordan face a maximum sentence of life in prison.

via Reuters|
#crime#drug-trafficking#jam-master-jay
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Two Men Convicted in 2002 Murder of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay"

Two men, Ronald Washington and Karl Jordan Jr., have been found guilty of the 2002 murder of Run-DMC member Jam Master Jay, who was shot in his studio in Queens. The men were reportedly seeking revenge after being cut out of a drug deal. A third man is also accused, with his trial set for 2026. Jam Master Jay's death had remained unsolved for years, but now the guilty parties face a minimum of 20 years in prison.

via The A.V. Club|
#crime-and-justice#drug-deal#hip-hop
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Two Men Convicted in 2002 Murder of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay"

Two men, Karl Jordan Jr. and Ronald Washington, were convicted of the 2002 murder of Run-D.M.C. star Jam Master Jay, ending a long-standing mystery in the hip-hop world. The jury found them guilty of killing the pioneering DJ over a failed drug deal, marking a triumph for prosecutors who struggled to get witnesses to cooperate due to fear of retaliation. The verdict brings closure to the case, with relatives of Jam Master Jay welcoming the outcome. The trial shed light on the rapper's involvement in the drug trade to cover debts, but his musical achievements continue to be lauded despite the revelations.

via The Associated Press|
#crime-and-justice#drug-deal#hip-hop
crime1 year ago

"Guilty Verdict: 2 Men Convicted in Murder of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay"

Run-DMC star Jam Master Jay's godson and childhood friend have been found guilty of his murder in New York City in 2002, after being cut out of a drug deal. The hip-hop pioneer was shot in the head at his recording studio. The two defendants now face 20 years to life in prison, and the case remained unsolved for years until federal prosecutors charged them in 2020. Witnesses testified about the shooting, and fear prevented them from identifying the killers earlier. Another man is facing a separate trial in relation to the case.

via BBC.com|
#crime#drug-deal#jam-master-jay
crime1 year ago

"Two Men Convicted in 2002 Murder of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay"

Two men, Karl Jordan Jr. and Ronald Washington, were found guilty of murdering Run-DMC D.J. Jam Master Jay, born Jason Mizell, in 2002. The killing, which took place in Mizell's Queens recording studio, was motivated by revenge after the men were cut out of a drug deal. The prosecution presented 35 witnesses, including those who witnessed the killing, and evidence such as ballistics and autopsy photos. A third man, Jay Bryant, is set to be tried separately in 2026.

via The New York Times|
#conviction#crime#hip-hop
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Guilty Verdict: Two Men Convicted in Murder of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay"

Two men, Karl Jordan Jr. and Ronald Washington, were found guilty of murdering Run-D.M.C. DJ Jam Master Jay in 2002 after a drug deal went bad. The jury delivered the verdict after weeks of testimony, ending decades of speculation about the motive behind the killing. Both men face a minimum of 20 years in prison, with sentencing set for a later date. A third man, Jay Bryant, has been added to the indictment and is set to be tried in January 2026. The case involved witness testimonies, emotional accounts of the shooting, and allegations of a drug-related motive.

via Rolling Stone|
#crime-and-justice#drug-trafficking#guilty-verdict
crime1 year ago

"Jam Master Jay Murder Trial Ends in Verdict"

A verdict has been reached in the trial of two defendants accused of the 2002 murder of hip-hop icon Jam Master Jay in a New York City recording studio. Karl Jordan Jr. and Ronald Washington face at least 20 years behind bars if found guilty. Prosecutors allege that the murder was part of a drug deal gone wrong, with Jordan and Washington accused of fatally shooting Jam Master Jay in a recording studio. Another defendant, Jay Bryant, has also been charged with murder and is scheduled for a separate trial in January 2026.

via NBC News|
#crime#drug-deal#hip-hop
crime1 year ago

"Unraveling the Mystery: Testimony Reveals Jam Master Jay's Final Moments Before Murder"

Testimony in the murder trial of Run DMC DJ Jam Master Jay revealed chilling details of his final moments, with a witness describing how he smiled and embraced one of his assassins before being gunned down in his Queens studio in 2002. The trial also shed light on Jay's involvement in the cocaine trade as a means to make ends meet, contradicting the hip-hop group's public anti-drug stance. Witnesses testified about the events leading up to the shooting, including Jay's dealings in the drug trade and the alleged motives of the accused killers.

via New York Post |
#crime#drug-trafficking#jam-master-jay
crime1 year ago

"Unraveling the Mystery: The Trial of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay"

Witness testimony in the murder trial of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay, who was killed in 2002, points to the rapper's godson and an accomplice as the perpetrators. The trial may shed light on the unresolved murders of other rap stars. The case raises questions about rappers' involvement in the criminal justice system and police-community relations in disadvantaged neighborhoods. The witness, who initially withheld information out of fear, has now come forward to provide closure for the victim's family.

via The Guardian US|
#crime#jam-master-jay#murder-trial
crime1 year ago

"Revealed: Witness recounts Jam Master Jay's final moments as accused killer faces trial"

Witness testimony at the murder trial of Run DMC's Jam Master Jay revealed the rapper's final moments after being shot dead in a Queens recording studio in 2002. Singer Yarrah Concepcion recounted seeing Jay slumped on the floor with his arms to his head, while another witness, Stephon Watford, testified that suspect Ronald Washington had warned him of impending trouble. Prosecutors allege that Jay was killed in a drug deal gone bad, while defense attorneys for the suspects deny their involvement.

via Daily Mail|
#crime#drug-deal-gone-bad#jam-master-jay