Dallas, TX — Markies Deandre Conway, a Dallas rapper better known by his stage name Yella Beezy, has been taken into custody in connection with the murder of fellow rapper Melvin Noble, known professionally as Mo3. Authorities allege that Beezy was intricately involved in orchestrating the fatal incident, which has cast a somber tone over the local music scene.
On November 11, 2020, Mo3 was shot and killed in a harrowing daytime attack on Interstate Highway 35E, a significant north-south route through Texas. The incident ended with the rapper being chased on foot and subsequently gunned down, an act shockingly captured in its entirety on surveillance footage.
The sequence leading to Mo3’s death began when his vehicle was intercepted by an armed individual wearing a mask and armed with a rifle, identified by law enforcement as Kewon Dontrell White. White subsequently pursued Mo3 as he attempted to flee, culminating in the fatal shooting.
Recently, on March 18, 2025, a grand jury indicted White for murder, pointing to a premeditated act. The indictment also implicated Yella Beezy, alleging he paid White to carry out the homicide. This troubling development suggests a deeply rooted discord between the two rappers, leading to a tragic conclusion.
Yella Beezy was arrested on March 20 and remains in custody at the Dallas County Jail. This arrest adds to Beezy’s history of legal challenges, including past allegations ranging from sexual assault to illegal firearm possession, though he was acquitted in those prior cases.
Beezy’s prior experiences with violence include a 2018 incident where he was shot at multiple times while driving on the Sam Rayburn Tollway in Lewisville, highlighting a pattern of violence that has touched his life both as a victim and, now, allegedly, as a perpetrator.
The Dallas music community has expressed shock and dismay over these developments, reflecting on the destructive impact of rivalry in the rap industry. As the case unfolds, attention is focused on the legal proceedings surrounding both Beezy and White, while fans mourn the loss of Mo3, whose 2018 hit single “Errybody” remains a poignant reminder of his talent.
This case underscores a grim reality of the music industry, where disputes can escalate into violence. It also raises questions about the mechanisms in place to protect artists and prevent such deadly outcomes. As the community and fans alike await further details, the hope for justice and a deeper understanding of the factors leading to such conflicts in the rap community persists.