FBI Collaborates with Las Vegas Prosecutors: Diddy Allegedly Connected to Tupac Shakur Case Through Keefe D

In a new development that’s shaking the foundations of hip-hop history, federal investigators have reportedly begun cooperating with Los Angeles and Las Vegas prosecutors to explore potential connections between Sean “Diddy” Combs and the long-unsolved death of Tupac Shakur. As the trial of Duane “Keefe D” Davis—currently the only person charged in Tupac’s 1996 shooting—moves forward, investigators appear to be expanding their scope to examine possible links with the Bad Boy founder himself.

Diddy and the Keefe D Connection

Diddy has long denied any involvement in Tupac’s tragic death, and for years, there was little concrete evidence tying him to the crime. But now, a growing body of court documents and witness testimony is prompting renewed scrutiny.

In documents filed by prosecutors to oppose Keefe D’s bail request, Diddy’s name reportedly appears 77 times. This has raised eyebrows among legal observers and music fans alike, especially as Keefe D—once a self-described Los Angeles gang figure—has spoken openly about his role in the events surrounding Tupac’s final night.

While Diddy has not been charged with any crime related to the case, insiders have claimed that federal authorities are sharing information with state-level prosecutors to better understand whether there are deeper ties between the two men and the events of September 7, 1996, in Las Vegas.

Investigators Allegedly Sharing Files and Witness Interviews

According to unnamed sources close to the investigation, federal agents who have been focused on recent allegations against Diddy in unrelated cases have now started coordinating with those working on the Tupac trial. This multi-agency effort is reportedly not duplicating work but instead compiling years of research, documents, and witness statements gathered by local law enforcement and prosecutors.

One insider told reporters that this is “the most extensive probe” into Tupac’s case to date, bringing together nearly three decades of records and interviews. That includes information gathered about Keefe D’s connections with other individuals from that era, including claims about ties to organized networks and alleged illegal undertakings.

This collaboration may be significant in determining whether there is sufficient evidence to expand the current case, or whether any additional individuals may be formally implicated.

Keefe D’s Statements Raise New Questions

Much of the renewed interest in the case stems from Keefe D’s own public statements in interviews and documentaries. He has described in detail the moments leading up to the shooting of Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas, including naming those present in the vehicle and their intentions that night.

Keefe D claimed that the original target was both Tupac and Suge Knight, following the East Coast vs. West Coast tensions that had reached a boiling point. He even alleged in one documentary that there had been a contract placed on the two men, with Diddy allegedly promising a large payment in exchange for carrying it out.

The former LAPD detective Greg Kading, who worked the case in 2008–2009, stated in a separate interview that Keefe D had provided details that only someone who was directly involved could have known—such as the existence of a second vehicle that night, something investigators had never publicly disclosed.

Was Diddy Mentioned in FBI Files?

Retired FBI agent Phil Carson, who once led the Los Angeles field office, told Daily Mail reporters that he suspects Keefe D may have cooperated with investigators in exchange for leniency. “This isn’t the mob days,” Carson said. “When someone gets cuffed now, they start talking.”

Carson added that if Keefe D did provide additional information about Diddy, that could have serious implications—both for the Tupac case and for any federal investigations currently examining Diddy’s broader conduct.

Did Keefe D “Flip”?

As Keefe D remains the only person officially charged in Tupac’s case, speculation has grown that he may be offering information about others involved in an effort to protect himself. This theory is supported by his detailed interviews over the years and increasing cooperation with law enforcement, at least according to sources close to the case.

While no official from the District Attorney’s office has stated that Diddy is a suspect, recent court filings have opened the door to further investigation. And according to insiders, both Tupac’s family and a newly retained team of legal experts are pushing for a deeper dive into Diddy’s alleged connections to the case.

Tupac’s Family Seeks Answers

Tupac’s surviving family members have also reportedly hired private investigators to revisit the case and look specifically into Diddy’s potential involvement. They’ve been motivated by what they see as inconsistencies in the historical narrative—and by the emergence of new information that had not previously been made public.

According to one source, the family’s legal team has been quietly working for months, conducting interviews and analyzing statements from people who knew Tupac and those connected to the events of that night.

Hollywood Parallels and Imitation

In a separate portion of the transcript, it was noted that Diddy once repeated phrases used by Tupac during a Grammy Awards speech. Observers pointed to this as symbolic of a larger trend of Diddy seemingly admiring—or being fixated on—Tupac. While this is not evidence of wrongdoing, it has further fueled online speculation about the nature of their complicated relationship.

One anonymous source suggested that Diddy “had an obsession with Tupac,” particularly when the late rapper started venturing into acting and other entertainment spaces that Diddy had also been exploring at the time.

The Role of Faith Evans?

In one account, Keefe D claimed that Faith Evans—then married to The Notorious B.I.G.—was made aware of the alleged plan involving Tupac. However, former detective Greg Kading was quick to clarify that he found no credible evidence that Biggie was involved in the incident or had knowledge of any alleged conspiracy.

According to Kading, Biggie was not aware of any plan to harm Tupac and should not be tied to actions carried out by others.

Where the Case Stands Now

As it stands, Keefe D remains in custody and is the primary figure in the ongoing legal proceedings. Prosecutors continue to build their case against him, aiming to convince a jury that he was directly involved in Tupac’s death and that sufficient evidence supports a conviction.

But with the FBI and other federal agencies now allegedly contributing files and monitoring the situation, the scope of the case may be widening. Whether or not this leads to additional charges against others, including Diddy, remains to be seen.

The Tupac Shakur case has haunted the music world for nearly 30 years. With each passing year, the mythos has grown, fueled by speculation, documentaries, and first-person accounts from those who claim to have been there. Now, with new information reportedly being shared among multiple agencies, and the FBI showing renewed interest, there’s a growing sense that more pieces of the puzzle may finally fall into place.

For now, the world waits—watching closely to see if the names that have long been whispered behind closed doors will soon be spoken aloud in court.