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Trial of Jam Master Jay's Alleged Killers Begins

Witnesses testify about the events leading up to and the night of the 2002 murder of the Run-DMC DJ.

  • Jam Master Jay was celebrating 50 Cent's record deal the day before his murder.
  • The DJ's cousin testified that Jay had started carrying a gun for protection days before his death.
  • Witnesses recall the night of the murder, including hearing gunshots and seeing Jay's body.
  • Prosecutors allege the murder was motivated by a drug deal gone wrong.
  • The trial, expected to last four weeks, resumes Monday.
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