Watch the Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio Homicide Case — State of Florida v. Alicia Andrews
The murder trial of Alicia Andrews of Florida rapper Julio Foolio is now being heard in Tampa, Florida.
The state alleges that she helped track the rapper’s movements while the victim was in Tampa for his birthday. They claim she communicated with others who later ambushed the rapper in a hotel parking lot.
A group of armed men allegedly opened fire, killing him and leaving three others hurt.
She faces charges of capital murder and planning a murder.
Investigators have presented cell phone data that they say show her role in the planning. This includes Instagram messages and social media posts recovered from her phone.
Her defense attorney argues that she was unaware of the shooting. They claim she was not involved in any plot.
This trial is being watched closely by FL v. Alicia Andrews the media because Julio Foolio’s death sparked controversy.
This phase of the trial has focused on digital forensics, with detectives explaining how they tracked cell phone activity across Florida.
You can follow the courtroom stream on LanceThePI.com, where daily updates are shared as the case unfolds.