Follow the Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio Homicide Trial — FL v. Alicia Andrews

The court case of the woman accused of helping plan the murder of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio is now underway in Hillsborough County Court.

The state alleges that she worked as a lookout while the victim was celebrating his birthday. They claim she communicated with others who later ambushed the rapper in a Tampa hotel lot.

Three gunmen allegedly opened fire, killing him and injuring three others.

Andrews is charged with first-degree murder and planning a murder.

Investigators have presented cell phone data that they say tie Andrews to the scene. This includes location tracking data and social media posts recovered from her phone.

Her defense attorney argues that she had no idea about the murder plan. The defense says she was in Tampa for personal reasons.

The case is being followed closely by Julio Foolio trial court watchers because the killing is linked to gang tensions.

Current testimony has focused on phone evidence, with investigators explaining how they connected messages to the planning.

You can see the latest updates on the Lance The PI YouTube Channel, where live commentary are shared as the case unfolds.