Yella Beezy has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole after being found guilty of capital murder in the 2020 killing of fellow Dallas rapper MO3.

The verdict was delivered Wednesday (November 11), exactly six years after MO3, whose real name was Melvin Noble, was fatally shot during a daylight ambush on Interstate 35 in Dallas.

A Dallas County jury unanimously convicted Yella Beezy, born Markies Conway, of orchestrating the murder-for-hire plot. Prosecutors argued that the rapper hired a gunman to kill MO3 following a years-long feud between the two artists.

Conway, 35, had pleaded not guilty and maintained his innocence throughout the trial. His attorneys have confirmed plans to appeal the conviction.

After hearing nearly two weeks of testimony, jurors found Yella Beezy guilty of capital murder on November 11, 2026.

Judge Chika Anyiam subsequently imposed a mandatory sentence of life in prison without parole.

According to courtroom reports, Conway showed little visible reaction as the guilty verdict was announced, although several of his supporters became emotional.

His defense attorney, Toby Shook, expressed disappointment with the outcome and vowed to continue fighting the conviction.

“We really can't express the disappointment at the verdict,” Shook told reporters.

“We're going to keep fighting. We have excellent appellate points and that'll be the next step in the fight.”

The verdict carried additional significance because it fell on the sixth anniversary of MO3's death.

Dallas County Assistant District Attorney Tommy Adams described the years-long investigation as an exhausting process for everyone involved and expressed gratitude following the jury's decision.

Prosecutors accused Yella Beezy of hiring Kewon White to carry out the fatal shooting as part of a coordinated murder-for-hire scheme.

According to investigators, the plot involved multiple individuals who allegedly helped track MO3's movements, coordinate communication and facilitate payments.

During closing arguments, prosecutors pointed to a $40,000 cash withdrawal made by Conway and telephone records connecting alleged middleman Jerry Johnson to White.

Prosecutors maintained that the evidence demonstrated how the killing had been planned and financed.

Adams summarized the state's case by emphasizing three elements: motive, money and the man hired to carry out the shooting.

Assistant District Attorney Krystal Biggins also described the operation as an elaborate plot involving several participants.

Authorities identified Devin Brown as an alleged tipster who helped locate MO3, while Johnson was accused of facilitating communication and payments between Conway and the gunman.

Brown and Johnson have also faced charges connected to the killing. Their alleged involvement remains separate from Conway's conviction.

MO3 was killed on November 11, 2020, in a shooting that shocked the Dallas hip-hop community.

According to investigators, the 28-year-old rapper was driving northbound on Interstate 35 when a masked gunman approached him in another vehicle.

Authorities said the attacker, later identified as Kewon White, exited a black Chevrolet Camaro and opened fire.

MO3 attempted to escape by leaving his vehicle and running along the interstate, but the gunman chased him and continued shooting.

Prosecutors said White fired more than 40 rounds during the attack.

MO3 was struck multiple times and died from his injuries. Another motorist was also wounded but survived.

Surveillance footage documenting the deadly confrontation became an important part of the prosecution's case.

Yella Beezy is not the first person convicted in connection with MO3's death.

In September 2026, a separate jury found Kewon White guilty of capital murder for carrying out the shooting.

White was also sentenced to life in prison.

During Conway's trial, prosecutors relied on phone records, financial evidence, surveillance footage and witness testimony to argue that the killing involved a coordinated effort rather than an isolated confrontation.

The prosecution maintained that White was the gunman while Conway was responsible for arranging the murder.

Throughout the trial, Conway's defense team challenged the prosecution's allegations and questioned whether investigators had established a direct connection between the rapper and the shooting.

His attorneys argued that investigators developed “tunnel vision” and relied too heavily on circumstantial evidence, witness testimony and rap lyrics.

They also disputed the significance of the $40,000 withdrawal, maintaining that Conway regularly withdrew substantial amounts of cash for personal and family expenses.

The defense suggested that other individuals had more direct reasons to target MO3 and questioned the reliability of witnesses who cooperated with investigators.

Despite those arguments, the jury unanimously found Conway guilty.

His legal team has indicated that an appeal will be the next stage in the case.

Before the case, Yella Beezy had built a successful hip-hop career with records including his breakout hit “That's On Me.”

MO3 had also developed a loyal following through his melodic street rap, including songs such as “Errybody” and collaborations with fellow Dallas artists.

Their reported rivalry had drawn attention within the city's music scene years before the fatal shooting.