Follow the Charles “Julio Foolio” Jones Homicide Case — FL v. Alicia Andrews

The Florida trial of the woman accused of helping plan the murder of rapper Julio Foolio, whose real name was Charles Jones is now being heard in Tampa, Florida.

According to prosecutors that she helped track the rapper’s movements while Charles Jones was in Tampa for his birthday. They claim she kept tabs with others who later trapped the rapper in a Tampa hotel lot.

A group of armed men allegedly fired dozens of rounds, taking his life and injuring three others.

She faces charges of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder.

Detectives have presented forensic phone records that they say show her role in the planning. This includes Instagram messages and photos recovered from her online accounts.

The defense argues that she didn’t know what the others intended Julio Foolio court hearing to do. They claim she was not involved in any plot.

This trial is being covered closely by the media because the killing is linked to gang tensions.

Day 6 of the trial has focused on digital forensics, with detectives explaining how they traced Andrews’ movements.

You can follow the courtroom stream on Lance The PI TV, where live commentary are streamed as the case unfolds.