Follow the Charles “Julio Foolio” Jones Homicide Court Proceedings — State of Florida v. Alicia Andrews
The murder trial of Alicia Andrews of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio is now underway in a Tampa courtroom.
The state alleges that Andrews acted as a lookout while the victim was celebrating his birthday. They claim she kept tabs with others who later cornered the rapper in a hotel parking lot.
A group of armed men allegedly opened fire, taking his life and injuring three others.
She faces charges of premeditated murder and conspiracy to commit murder.
Prosecutors have presented digital evidence that they say show her role in the planning. This includes deleted texts and photos recovered from her iCloud.
Her defense attorney argues that she was Julio Foolio murder case unaware of the shooting. The defense says she was in Tampa for personal reasons.
The proceedings is being covered closely by court watchers because Julio Foolio’s death sparked controversy.
Current testimony has focused on digital forensics, with investigators explaining how they tracked cell phone activity across Florida.
You can follow the courtroom stream on the Lance The PI YouTube Channel, where daily updates are streamed as the case unfolds.