Rapper A$AP Rocky is currently facing an assault trial in Los Angeles, with his lawyers vigorously defending him against the charges that could have serious consequences for his career.
The trial, which started late last month, revolves around allegations that he pulled out a gun on his former friend and fired multiple shots.
A key presence in the court has been pop star Rihanna, A$AP Rocky’s partner and mother of his two children. The trial has delved into the details of the altercation between A$AP Rocky and his former friend, Terell Ephron, also known as A$AP Relli, who is the star witness for the prosecution.
The incident took place in November 2021 outside a Hollywood hotel, where authorities claim A$AP Rocky pulled out a gun and threatened to kill Mr. Ephron. Prosecutors allege that A$AP Rocky then fired multiple shots, one of which grazed Mr. Ephron’s knuckles.
Throughout the trial, A$AP Rocky has maintained his innocence, with his lawyers arguing that the gun in question was a prop weapon and that Mr. Ephron’s claims are financially motivated.
They have also raised questions about the evidence presented by the prosecution, including the delay in reporting the incident and the lack of physical evidence at the scene.
As the trial nears its conclusion, both sides are preparing to make their closing statements before the jury deliberates on A$AP Rocky’s fate. There is a possibility that A$AP Rocky may take the stand to testify in his defense, despite the risks involved.
If found guilty, A$AP Rocky could face up to 24 years in prison. The outcome of the trial will ultimately be decided by a panel of 12 jurors.
Rihanna has been a constant presence in the courtroom to support A$AP Rocky, despite efforts to keep his family out of the spotlight.
Her attendance has not gone unnoticed, with fans and media gathering outside the courthouse to catch a glimpse of the singer.
