Tupac Murder Trial: Combative witness refuses to break 'street code' on stand

James McDonald, a member of Tupac Shakur's entourage, displayed a combative demeanor during the second day of the rapper's murder trial. The 30-year-old case came to light after Shakur was gunned down in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas on September 7, 1996. McDonald, who is charged with contempt of court, refused to identify who was responsible for Shakur's death, arguing that it would only harm Davis, his alleged co-conspirator.

McDonald, a former member of the rival Blood street gang Mob Piru, testified that he was not with Shakur when the shooting occurred and that those present quickly communicated who was responsible for the murder. Shakur had previously refused to speak with police about the incident, stating, "we'll take care of it." The trial, ongoing for a third day, aims to resolve one of America's most high-profile unsolved murders.

McDonald expressed his reluctance to testify, emphasizing his desire not to send Davis to prison, despite their animosity towards each other. The case has resurfaced due to Davis's memoir, in which he claimed to have been involved in the shooting and supplied the gun used. However, Davis has since distanced himself from the book, alleging that parts were fictionalized for commercial gain.