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Judge Overturns Conviction in Jam Master Jay Case
19 Dec, 2025
Summary
- A federal judge overturned one conviction in the murder of Jam Master Jay.
- Karl Jordan Jr., convicted in 2024, had his murder conviction vacated.
- A separate motion for acquittal for Ronald Washington was denied.
A federal judge has vacated the conviction of Karl Jordan Jr. in the murder of Jason Mizell, known as Jam Master Jay. Jordan Jr., who was found guilty in 2024 of killing his godfather and the legendary Run-DMC DJ, was granted a motion for acquittal. This decision introduces a new development in the case.
While Jordan Jr.'s conviction was overturned, a similar motion filed by Ronald Washington, who was also found guilty in Mizell's killing, was denied by the court. The legal proceedings continue to unfold, with implications for the final outcome of the case.
This is an ongoing situation, and the legal ramifications of the judge's ruling are still being assessed. Further information will be reported as it becomes available regarding the case of Jam Master Jay's murder.
