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A$AP Rocky’s Legal Battle Intensifies as Defense Challenges Accuser’s Claims in High-Profile Trial

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Los Angeles – During a tense Los Angeles court hearing on Friday, the defense attorney for hip-hop artist A$AP Rocky critically examined the testimony of Terell Ephron, known as A$AP Relli, who claimed he was shot at by the rapper in 2021. Rihanna, Rocky’s partner and mother to their two children, was observed in the courtroom, reflecting the high-profile nature of the trial. Relli alleged that he sustained a hand injury when Rocky discharged a firearm during an altercation on a Hollywood street. He recounted feeling a painful heat in his hand, substantiated by photographs … Read more

A$AP Rocky Seeks Calm Amidst Media Frenzy as Trial Begins; Rihanna’s Potential Appearance Draws Attention

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Los Angeles, Calif. — As A$AP Rocky, legally named Rakim Mayers, approached the courthouse for his felony assault trial, he had a clear message for the press; he was not looking for trouble and requested that they respect his personal space. This trial, which commenced on January 28, involves accusations against the rapper for alleged assault with a semi-automatic firearm. The incident, dating back to 2021, reportedly involved a confrontation with a former friend, Terell Ephron, in Hollywood. A$AP pleaded not guilty to two charges of assault and could face up to 24 years in … Read more

Al Sharpton Critiques Jury Selection in A$AP Rocky’s High-Profile Assault Trial

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Los Angeles — Civil rights leader Rev. Al Sharpton has voiced concerns over the jury selection in the trial of rapper A$AP Rocky, who faces assault charges stemming from a 2021 dispute. The trial, which began on January 24, features accusations against Rocky, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, for allegedly shooting at his former associate Terell Ephron, known as A$AP Relli. During the jury selection for the Los Angeles trial, Sharpton highlighted an issue with the racial composition of the potential jurors. Despite Los Angeles’ diverse population, only four Black individuals were among the … Read more

National Action Network Voices Concern Over Jury Diversity in A$AP Rocky’s Assault Case

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Los Angeles, CA — The Rev. Al Sharpton and the Los Angeles chapter of the National Action Network (NAN) are closely monitoring the jury selection process in the upcoming felony assault trial of hip-hop artist A$AP Rocky. Concerns have been raised regarding the lack of Black jurors among the prospective candidates. According to the NAN, only four of the 106 potential jurors in A$AP Rocky’s trial identify as Black, a number that has raised eyebrows given the diversity of Los Angeles. Sharpton emphasized the importance of a jury that fairly represents the community in order … Read more