Dallas rapper Yella Beezy—real name Markies Deandre Conway—is now facing capital murder charges in connection to the high-profile 2020 killing of fellow Dallas artist Mo3 (Melvin Noble). The shocking arrest was made on March 20, 2025, following a lengthy multi-year investigation that has stunned fans and shaken the southern hip-hop community.
Background: The Mo3 Murder
On November 11, 2020, Mo3 was ambushed and fatally shot on Interstate 35E in broad daylight during rush hour traffic in Dallas. The murder sent shockwaves across the rap world—not only because of its brazen execution, but also due to the ongoing feud between Mo3 and other local artists, including Yella Beezy.
Shortly after the killing, Kewon Dontrell White was arrested and charged as the alleged shooter. Authorities claimed he followed Mo3 and opened fire after chasing him down the highway. White has been in custody awaiting trial, but up until now, no motive or additional parties had been officially named.
The New Twist: Yella Beezy Indicted
According to newly unsealed court documents, prosecutors now believe Yella Beezy played a critical role in orchestrating the killing.
The indictment alleges that Beezy:
- Hired or solicited Kewon White to carry out the murder.
- Paid or promised payment in exchange for the hit.
- Is criminally responsible for planning and facilitating the crime.
This makes the charge capital murder, one of the most serious offenses in Texas—punishable by life in prison or even the death penalty.
Past Legal Troubles
Beezy’s arrest adds to a long list of legal entanglements. Over the past few years, he’s been arrested multiple times for:
- Firearm possession, including an arrest where he was reportedly pulled over with a loaded weapon.
- Drug-related offenses.
- Sexual assault accusations in 2021 (which Beezy publicly denied and claimed were false).
Though he’s maintained a strong social media presence and continued releasing music, controversy has increasingly followed him, overshadowing his career success.
What Happens Next?
Yella Beezy is currently in custody, awaiting further court proceedings. He has not yet entered a plea, and no public statement has been made by his legal team as of now.
Given the severity of the charge—and the fact that another individual has already been charged with pulling the trigger—the prosecution will likely argue that Beezy orchestrated the murder from behind the scenes, even if he wasn’t physically present at the scene.
Legal analysts expect this case to draw intense media attention, especially within the hip-hop community where Mo3 had built a loyal fan base, and where Yella Beezy once stood as one of Dallas’s most promising voices.
In Summary
- Yella Beezy has been arrested and charged with capital murder for allegedly coordinating the 2020 murder of Mo3.
- Authorities claim he hired the gunman, Kewon White, and may have promised payment for the act.
- Beezy’s legal record already includes arrests for guns, drugs, and assault, making this his most serious legal battle yet.
- The case remains active, with many details still to be revealed in the courtroom.
This story is still developing, and updates are expected as Beezy’s legal team responds and court proceedings begin. Stay tuned.