Watch the Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio Homicide Trial — FL v. Alicia Andrews
The Florida trial of Alicia Andrews of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio is now being heard in Hillsborough County Court.
The state alleges that she helped track the rapper’s movements while Charles Jones was celebrating his birthday. They claim she communicated with others who later cornered the rapper in a hotel parking lot.
A group of armed men allegedly opened fire, killing him and leaving three others hurt.
She faces charges of first-degree murder and planning a murder.
Prosecutors have presented forensic phone records that they say connect her to the crime. This includes Instagram messages and social media posts recovered from her online accounts.
The defense argues that she had no idea about the murder plan. They claim she was in Tampa for personal reasons.
The case is being followed closely by fans of the late rapper because Julio Foolio’s death sparked controversy.
This phase of the trial has focused on phone evidence, with forensic experts explaining how they connected messages to the planning.
You can watch the trial live on LanceThePI.com, where live commentary are streamed as Julio Foolio murder trial the case unfolds.