DALLAS — October 8, 2026. Kewon White, convicted last month of capital murder in the 2020 killing of Dallas rapper MO3, has filed a motion requesting a new trial, according to an October 8 report from OBBM Network published by Hyperlocal Loop.
White’s defense attorneys allege that one juror repeatedly appeared to fall asleep during the proceedings, missing portions of testimony and evidence. The defense argues that this compromised White’s right to a fair trial. These are allegations in the defense motion, not findings that the judge has accepted.
According to the report, lawyers raised concerns about the juror during trial and contend that the court’s response did not adequately resolve the issue. The motion asks Judge Chika Anyiam to order a new trial. No new trial has been granted as of this report.
A Dallas County jury convicted White of capital murder in September 2026. He received a sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole for the killing of Melvin Noble, known professionally as MO3, on Interstate 35E in November 2020. White separately filed a notice of appeal in September. A motion for new trial and an appeal are distinct legal steps.
Prosecutors have alleged that rapper Yella Beezy, whose legal name is Markies Conway, arranged a murder-for-hire involving White. Conway has pleaded not guilty. His trial has been reported as scheduled for October 26, 2026, although court schedules can change.
JigrockRadio will follow the court’s response to White’s motion and further developments in the related proceedings.
Sources: OBBM Network / Hyperlocal Loop, October 8, 2026; Dallas County District Attorney, September 17, 2026; FOX 4 report on appeal, September 22, 2026.