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

The verdict comes after a federal trial linked the murder to a narcotics trafficking conspiracy, ending decades of speculation and investigation.

Two men, Karl Jordan Jr. and Ronald Washington, were convicted for the 2002 murder of Run-DMC DJ Jam Master Jay, born Jason Mizell, in a federal trial.
The murder was linked to a narcotics trafficking conspiracy, with the motive described as revenge for a failed drug deal.
Witnesses, including Mizell's godson and a childhood friend, provided crucial testimony leading to the convictions after decades of fear and silence.
Sentencing for Jordan and Washington is pending, with both facing a minimum of 20 years to life in prison.
The case highlights the complexities of Mizell's life, intertwining his music legacy with his involvement in drug trafficking.