This week, police in Nevada have confirmed that they executed a search warrant in relation to the unsolved murder of rapper Tupac Shakur.
The search took place at a residence in Henderson, a suburb of Las Vegas, where Shakur was tragically shot and killed in September 1996.
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police, while acknowledging the search, did not provide further details due to the ongoing nature of the investigation into Shakur’s murder. At the time of his death, Shakur was 25 years old.
As of now, no arrests have been made, and there are no suspects currently in custody in connection with the case.
It is worth noting that the searched residence is situated less than 20 miles (32km) from the Las Vegas strip where Shakur was fatally shot in a drive-by shooting.
The investigation into the murder remains open as authorities continue their efforts to bring justice to this long-standing unsolved crime.
“LVMPD can confirm a search warrant was served in Henderson, Nevada on July 17, 2023, as part of the ongoing Tupac Shakur homicide investigation,” a Las Vegas police statement said.
“We will have no further comment at this time.”
Las Vegas Police Lt Jason Johansson told the Las Vegas Review Journal that detectives were working on the cold case once more.
“It’s a case that’s gone unsolved and hopefully one day we can change that,” he told the newspaper.
Renowned rapper Tupac Shakur, known by his stage name 2Pac, made his debut in the music industry in 1991, captivating audiences with his talent. He achieved remarkable success on the charts with hits like “California Love,” “All Eyez on Me,” “Changes,” and “I Ain’t Mad at Cha.”
Tragically, on September 13, 1996, Shakur’s life was cut short when he was shot four times while waiting at a red light in his car. He succumbed to his injuries a week later.
With over 75 million records sold worldwide, Shakur left an indelible mark on the music industry. In recognition of his significant contributions, he was posthumously inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2017, solidifying his enduring legacy.