Three years later Nipsey HussleA jury found the killer responsible for his tragic death Eric HolderFirst-degree murder conviction.
He was convicted of first-degree murder and also two counts of attempted voluntary manslaughter, as well as one count for possession of a gun.
The jury’s verdict—which was read in court on July 6—comes after Hussle, born Ermias AsghedomA shooting occurred in front of his Los Angeles clothing store on March 19, 2019. Hussle suffered multiple gunshot injuries to the head, neck and torso. Hussle was 33 years of age.
According to the LAPD, Holder was reportedly present at the incident and fired “numerous” shots before fleeing the scene.
Following the incident, Holder—who was arrested in April 2019—was charged with one count of murder, two counts of attempted murder and one count of possession of a firearm by a felon. He was also accused with using firearms and causing severe bodily injury, death.
According to Fox Los Angeles, during the closing arguments of the trial, Holder (32), was told by prosecutors that Holder should be tried for murder in connection with the attack on Hussle.