Follow the Charles “Julio Foolio” Jones Murder Court Proceedings — State of Florida v. Alicia Andrews
The murder trial of Alicia Andrews of Florida rapper Julio Foolio is now in progress in a Tampa courtroom.
The state alleges that she helped track the rapper’s movements while Charles Jones was celebrating his birthday. They claim she coordinated with others who later trapped the rapper in a Tampa hotel lot.
Three gunmen allegedly fired dozens of rounds, fatally shooting the rapper and leaving three others hurt.
She faces charges of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder.
Detectives have presented digital evidence that they say tie Andrews to the scene. This includes Instagram messages and photos recovered from her phone.
Her defense attorney argues that she didn’t know what the others intended to do. The defense says she was in Tampa for personal reasons.
The case is being Alicia Andrews murder trial covered closely by the media because Julio Foolio’s death sparked controversy.
Current testimony has focused on digital forensics, with detectives explaining how they tracked cell phone activity across Florida.
You can watch the trial live on the Lance The PI YouTube Channel, where real-time coverage are shared as the case unfolds.