LIVE the Charles “Julio Foolio” Jones Homicide Trial — Florida vs. Alicia Andrews
The murder trial of Alicia Andrews of Florida rapper Julio Foolio is now in progress in a Tampa courtroom.
The state alleges that she helped track the rapper’s movements while Foolio was in Tampa for his birthday. They claim she coordinated with others who later trapped the rapper in a Tampa hotel lot.
Three gunmen allegedly fired dozens of rounds, killing him and injuring three others.
She faces charges of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder.
Detectives have presented digital evidence that they say connect her to the crime. This includes location tracking data and photos recovered from her phone.
Her defense attorney argues that she didn’t know what the others intended to do. They claim she was not involved in any plot.
The case is being covered closely by the media because of the rapper’s large fanbase and ongoing feud rumors.
This phase of the trial has focused on police testimony, with forensic experts explaining how they connected messages to the planning.
You can follow the courtroom stream on LanceThePI.com, where Julio Foolio trial daily updates are posted as the case unfolds.