Watch the Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio Homicide Trial — State of Florida v. Alicia Andrews
The Florida trial of the woman accused of helping plan the murder of Florida rapper Julio Foolio is now in progress in a Tampa courtroom.
According to prosecutors that Andrews acted as a lookout while Foolio was celebrating his birthday. They claim she communicated with others who later ambushed the rapper in a Tampa hotel lot.
A group of armed men allegedly opened fire, taking his life and leaving three others hurt.
The defendant has been charged Julio Foolio homicide case with premeditated murder and conspiracy to commit murder.
Prosecutors have presented forensic phone records that they say show her role in the planning. This includes Instagram messages and social media posts recovered from her phone.
Andrews’ lawyer argues that she was unaware of the shooting. They claim she was not involved in any plot.
The proceedings is being watched closely by fans of the late rapper because the killing is linked to gang tensions.
Day 6 of the trial has focused on digital forensics, with investigators explaining how they connected messages to the planning.
You can see the latest updates on Lance The PI TV, where daily updates are posted as the case unfolds.