Introduction
The Dallas rapper Markies Deandre Conway, better known as Yella Beezy, was arrested on March 20, 2025, on a capital murder charge stemming from a fatal shooting of a fellow rapper, Melvin Abdul Noble Jr., otherwise known as Mo3, in 2020. Conway is charged with orchestrating the ambush-style slaying on Interstate 35 in Dallas.
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Background
Mo3 was a rising star in the Dallas rap scene who ran with recording artists such as Boosie Badazz. He was killed on November 11, 2020, on I-35 in a shooting that appalled fellow fans and colleagues. Previously, Conway had legal issues as he had shootings and arrests, but up until now, he was not connected to Mo3’s death.
Main Event
On March 20, 2025, Yella Beezy was arrested on charges related to the capital murder of Mo3. The arrest followed a year-long investigation in which law enforcement officials gathered evidence pointing to Beezy’s involvement in the rapper’s death. According to the Dallas Police Department, Beezy is believed to have played a key role in orchestrating the fatal shooting. However, the exact details of his involvement have not been fully disclosed.
The documents show that the Investigators believe Conway hired Kewon Dontrell White to carry out the murder of Mo3. Mo3 was driving on I-35 when White approached and confronted him on the day of the incident — he was shot while trying to escape. The arrest of Conway comes after an indictment by a grand jury and as law enforcement announced that they have evidence tying him to organizing the crime.
Authorities allege that Beezy was connected to the murder through a network of associates, and forensic evidence reportedly ties him to the crime scene. Beezy has yet to make an official statement regarding the charges, and his legal team has not responded to media inquiries. However, sources close to the investigation confirm that Beezy’s arrest is the result of extensive surveillance and the testimony of several witnesses.
The case has drawn significant attention, particularly within the Dallas rap community, where both Beezy and Mo3 had shared a competitive yet often collaborative relationship. The arrest marks a major development in the ongoing saga surrounding Mo3’s death, with many questioning how this case will unfold in court.
Implications
Conway’s arrest reverberates across the music industry, particularly among artists in the Dallas rap scene. Now fans are reeling from Mo3’s death and the role another local artist played in his passing. If convicted, Conway faces substantial legal penalties, which, at the very least, will put an end to his music career and (at most) serve as a cautionary tale of sorts — the right hook of street violence into the black eye of the entertainment industry.
Conclusion
With the legal process beginning, the case highlights the difficulties that artists face in the throes of fame and the dangers that come with it. The music world is holding its breath, watching what unfolds, hoping justice is served, and considering the larger questions of violence and urban artists.
