ASAP Rocky, born Rakim Mayers, has been found not guilty in a felony assault trial that could have landed him over 20 years in prison.
The case revolved around allegations that the rapper fired a semi-automatic gun during a fight with former friend A$AP Relli in Hollywood on November 6, 2021, resulting in an injury to Relli’s hand.
The verdict was delivered while the Grammy-nominated artist sat anxiously in court. Upon hearing the not guilty decision, ASAP Rocky embraced his loved ones in a touching moment. He first hugged his mother, then his sister, before reaching his partner, Rihanna, whose face reflected visible relief.
The rapper shares two children with Rihanna, making the outcome especially significant for their young family.
The case, which drew immense public interest, sparked a flurry of reactions online:
- @king_nvndom: “I’m so happy for ASAP because of his family. This was cardiac. Please stay out of trouble for your family… for the ones you love.”
- @jennaay7: “Rihanna paid good money for him to win this case. The verdict was way too quick too.”
- @iamkatherinezayas: “The way he went to Rihanna and they hugged 🙌🙌 that’s it for me.”
- @prtyfly: “There were things the public didn’t know, and I’m sure he wouldn’t have gone to trial without a strong defense. They ain’t no dummies! Congratulations!”
Others urged caution moving forward:
- @simmons.yvonne: “Now get somewhere and stay out of trouble, raise those boys, and stay away from fake or real guns.”
- @dahmieloriah: “I’m happy for him, but next time, don’t use a gun to threaten anyone—not cool.”
Many credited ASAP Rocky’s legal victory to his top-tier defense team, led by Joe Tacopina, renowned for handling high-profile cases.
With the trial behind him, fans hope ASAP Rocky will focus on his family and music while steering clear of future controversies.
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