Watch the Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio Homicide Trial — 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 underway in a Tampa courtroom.
According to prosecutors that Andrews acted as a lookout while Foolio celebrated his birthday. They claim she coordinated with others who later cornered the rapper in a hotel parking lot.
Three gunmen allegedly opened fire, killing him and injuring three others.
Andrews is charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder.
Detectives have presented forensic phone records that they say connect her to the crime. This includes Instagram messages and photos recovered from her online accounts.
Andrews’ lawyer argues that she was unaware of the shooting. They claim she was in Tampa for personal reasons.
The proceedings Julio Foolio murder case is being followed closely by fans of the late rapper because the killing is linked to gang tensions.
Current testimony has focused on phone evidence, with detectives explaining how they tracked cell phone activity across Florida.
You can watch the trial live on Lance The PI TV, where real-time coverage are posted as the case unfolds.