LANSING TWP. — A tragic incident unfolded at a recording studio where music producer Curshawn Terrell, also known as “LaKaz Drumatik” or “Kaz,” was fatally shot in the upper back 15 months ago. The forensic pathologist testified that the gunshot was fired at such close range that gun powder residue surrounded the entrance wound, indicating the gun was mere inches away when it was discharged, resulting in a fatal injury to Terrell’s heart.
Dr. David Moons, who conducted the autopsy, provided crucial testimony during the trial of Anthony Anderson Jr., the accused perpetrator. The trial, held in Ingham County Circuit Court, shed light on the events leading up to the tragic incident at 51 Sessions, Terrell’s recording studio.
Shaquille Brown, who was working with Terrell at the time, also fell victim to the shooting but survived after sustaining a chest injury. Brown recounted the harrowing experience of being shot at close range without provocation by Anderson, who now faces charges of murder, assault, and weapons offenses in connection with the New Year’s Eve shooting in 2022.
During the trial proceedings, Brown revealed that Anderson had booked a studio session on the fateful day and expressed concerns about security, hinting that there were individuals searching for him. Anderson, who is representing himself in the trial with public defenders’ aid, engaged Brown in tense questioning, attempting to challenge his account of the events that transpired that day.
The courtroom drama unfolded as Brown stood firm in his testimony against Anderson, identifying him as the gunman in the studio shooting incident. As the trial continued, testimonies revealed a chilling sequence of events captured by the studio’s security camera system, depicting Anderson aiming the gun at Brown moments before the violent act unfolded.
Despite the passage of over a year since the tragic event, the motive behind the shooting remains elusive. As the trial progresses, jurors are presented with evidence retrieved from the crime scene, including shell casings and bullets recovered inside the studio. The trial is set to resume in the coming days as prosecutors and defense counsel navigate through the complex legal proceedings in pursuit of justice for the victims.
For further updates on the trial and related news, contact Ken Palmer at kpalmer@lsj.com. Follow him for the latest developments on @KBPalm_lsj.