Follow the Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio Homicide Court Proceedings — State of Florida v. Alicia Andrews

The murder trial of defendant Alicia Andrews of rapper Julio Foolio, whose real name was Charles Jones is now being heard in a Tampa courtroom.

Prosecutors say that she worked as a lookout while the victim was in Tampa for his birthday. They claim she communicated with others who later cornered the rapper in a hotel parking lot.

Three gunmen allegedly opened fire, fatally shooting the rapper and injuring three Julio Foolio murder case others.

Andrews is charged with first-degree murder and murder conspiracy.

Investigators have presented digital evidence that they say connect her to the crime. This includes Instagram messages and photos recovered from her online accounts.

Andrews’ lawyer argues that she had no idea about the murder plan. They claim she was not involved in any plot.

This trial is being covered closely by the media because Julio Foolio’s death sparked controversy.

Current testimony has focused on phone evidence, with investigators explaining how they connected messages to the planning.

You can watch the trial live on LanceThePI.com, where daily updates are streamed as the case unfolds.