ASAP Rocky‘s assault trial has taken a dramatic turn as tensions boiled over in the courtroom. Closing arguments began on February 13, and the verdict could be delivered at any moment.
The rapper faces up to 24 years in prison if convicted for allegedly shooting at his former associate ASAP Relli in 2021.
Rocky’s defense team argues that he was carrying a prop gun, which could not fire real bullets. His lawyer, Joe Tacopina, explained that the rapper didn’t want to carry a real gun due to the risk of injury.
Meanwhile, Relli claims his life has been ruined since the incident, facing death threats and social media backlash.
During the trial, a new clip surfaced online showing Tacopina accusing a prosecutor of unethical conduct. The prosecutor fired back, and the situation nearly escalated into a physical confrontation.
Onlookers had to intervene, and the judge called for a break, highlighting just how intense the trial has become.
Despite the courtroom chaos, Rocky has had the support of his family. Rihanna, his partner, attended the trial with their sons, RZA and Riot Rose.
During a break, she encouraged their children to wish Rocky good luck, a sweet moment that was captured just after it was revealed Rocky would not be taking the stand.
As the trial nears its end, the pressure is mounting for all involved.
