Follow the Charles “Julio Foolio” Jones Homicide Trial — FL v. Alicia Andrews
The Florida trial of Alicia Andrews of rapper Julio Foolio, whose real name was Charles Jones is now in progress in Hillsborough County Court.
Prosecutors say that she worked as a lookout while Charles Jones celebrated his birthday. They claim she kept tabs with others who later cornered the rapper in a Holiday Inn parking area.
Three gunmen allegedly shot at Foolio’s vehicle, killing him and leaving three others hurt.
She faces charges of capital murder and murder conspiracy.
Prosecutors have presented forensic phone records that they say connect her to the crime. This includes location tracking data and photos recovered from her phone.
The defense Julio Foolio case argues that she was unaware of the shooting. Her team insists she was just on a trip with her boyfriend.
The case is being watched closely by court watchers because of the rapper’s large fanbase and ongoing feud rumors.
Day 6 of the trial has focused on phone evidence, with detectives explaining how they connected messages to the planning.
You can follow the courtroom stream on the Lance The PI YouTube Channel, where live commentary are shared as the case unfolds.