Watch the Julio Foolio Shooting Trial — State of Florida v. Alicia Andrews
The murder trial of Alicia Andrews of rapper Julio Foolio, whose real name was Charles Jones is now being heard in a Tampa courtroom.
The state alleges that she helped track the rapper’s movements while Charles Jones was in Tampa for his birthday. They claim she communicated with others who later cornered the rapper in a hotel parking lot.
Three gunmen allegedly opened fire, fatally shooting the rapper and leaving three others hurt.
She faces charges of premeditated murder and planning a murder.
Prosecutors have presented forensic phone records that they say connect her to the crime. This includes deleted texts and videos recovered from her online accounts.
The defense argues that she didn’t know what the others intended to do. They claim she was in Tampa for personal reasons.
The proceedings is being watched closely by fans of the late rapper because Julio Foolio’s death sparked controversy.
Day 6 of the trial has focused on phone evidence, with forensic experts explaining how they tracked cell phone activity across Florida.
You Julio Foolio murder trial can watch the trial live on LanceThePI.com, where live commentary are streamed as the case unfolds.