Follow the Charles “Julio Foolio” Jones Murder Court Proceedings — State of Florida v. Alicia Andrews

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

Prosecutors say that she worked as a lookout while the victim celebrated his birthday. They claim she kept tabs with others who later ambushed the rapper in a hotel parking lot.

Multiple shooters allegedly fired dozens of rounds, killing him and wounding multiple people.

Andrews is charged with premeditated FL v. Alicia Andrews murder and planning a murder.

Investigators have presented forensic phone records that they say show her role in the planning. This includes location tracking data and social media posts recovered from her phone.

The defense argues that she was unaware of the shooting. The defense says she was just on a trip with her boyfriend.

The case is being watched closely by the media because Julio Foolio’s death sparked controversy.

Current testimony has focused on phone evidence, with investigators explaining how they traced Andrews’ movements.

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