LIVE the Charles “Julio Foolio” Jones Homicide Trial — State of Florida v. Alicia Andrews
The murder trial of the woman accused of helping plan the murder of Florida rapper Julio Foolio is now being heard 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 cornered the rapper in a Holiday Inn parking area.
Multiple shooters allegedly shot at Foolio’s vehicle, fatally shooting the rapper and wounding multiple people.
The defendant has been charged with capital murder and murder conspiracy.
Detectives have presented digital evidence that they say show her role in the planning. This includes deleted texts and photos recovered from her iCloud.
Andrews’ lawyer argues that she was unaware of the shooting. The defense says she was just on a trip with her boyfriend.
This trial is being followed closely by the media because Julio Foolio’s death sparked controversy.
Day 6 of the trial has focused on phone evidence, with investigators explaining how they tracked cell phone activity across Florida.
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