Watch the Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio Murder 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 being heard in Tampa, Florida.
Prosecutors say that she worked as a lookout while the victim celebrated his birthday. They claim she coordinated with others who later trapped the rapper in a Holiday Inn parking area.
A group of armed men allegedly opened fire, fatally shooting the rapper and injuring three others.
The defendant has been charged with capital murder and planning a murder.
Investigators have presented forensic phone records that they say connect her to the crime. This includes deleted texts and videos recovered from her iCloud.
Andrews’ lawyer argues that she had no idea about the murder plan. The defense says she was in Tampa for personal reasons.
The case is being covered closely by the media because Julio Foolio’s death sparked controversy.
This phase of the trial has focused on digital forensics, with detectives explaining how Alicia Andrews trial they tracked cell phone activity across Florida.
You can watch the trial live on the Lance The PI YouTube Channel, where live commentary are streamed as the case unfolds.