LIVE the Julio Foolio Murder Court Proceedings — State of Florida v. Alicia Andrews
The court case of the woman accused of helping plan the murder of Florida rapper Julio Foolio is now in progress in a Tampa courtroom.
Prosecutors say that she worked as a lookout while Charles Jones was celebrating his birthday. They claim she communicated with others who later trapped the rapper in a Tampa hotel lot.
Multiple shooters allegedly shot at Foolio’s vehicle, fatally shooting the rapper and leaving three others hurt.
Andrews is charged with premeditated murder and planning a murder.
Prosecutors have presented digital evidence that they say show her role in the planning. This includes deleted texts and photos recovered from her online accounts.
The defense argues that she was unaware of the shooting. The defense says she was not involved in any plot.
This trial is being watched closely by fans of the late rapper because the killing is linked to gang tensions.
This phase of the trial has focused on police testimony, with investigators explaining how they connected messages to the planning.
You can see the latest updates on Lance The PI TV, where live commentary are posted as the case Florida vs Alicia Andrews unfolds.