Guilty Verdicts in the Killing of Run-D.M.C.'s Jam Master Jay
Two men, Karl Jordan Jr. and Ronald Washington, have been found guilty of the murder of Run-D.M.C.'s Jason Mizell, Jam-Master Jay, more than 21 years after his death. The crime was driven by greed and revenge due to a drug deal gone wrong.
Key Points
- Two men convicted for the murder of Jason Mizell, Jam Master Jay
- The crime was driven by greed and revenge over a drug deal
- Witnesses provided key testimonies during the trial
Pros
- Justice served after more than two decades
- Accountability for a cold-blooded crime
Cons
- Tragic loss of a hip-hop icon and influential figure