American Rapper A$AP Rocky Acquitted Of Assault Charges In Gun Case By Jury

Grammy-nominated rapper A$AP Rocky, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, was acquitted of two felony assault charges on Tuesday. The charges stemmed from a 2021 altercation involving a semi-automatic weapon in Hollywood. The verdict was delivered by a Los Angeles jury, ending a highly publicized legal battle.

Mayers, also known for being the partner of global music icon Rihanna and the father of her two children, expressed his relief and gratitude in the courtroom. As the verdict was read, he leapt to his feet, embracing his supporters as cheers erupted around him.Mayers addressed the 12-member jury that decided his fate.

“Thank you all for saving my life,”

A$AP Rocky Acquitted Of Gun Violence Charges

The case revolved around an alleged confrontation between Mayers and Terell Ephron, a former friend and fellow hip-hop artist, on November 6, 2021. Ephron, who performs under the stage name A$AP Relli, accused Mayers of pointing a handgun at him during a heated argument.
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He further claimed that A$AP Rocky fired two shots in his direction during a subsequent encounter, resulting in a minor injury to his knuckles.

However, Mayers’ defense team argued that the weapon in question was a prop gun used in a music video and only capable of firing blanks. They also contended that Ephron was the instigator of the altercation, painting Mayers as the victim rather than the aggressor.

Emotional Reactions Outside the Courtroom

Following the verdict, Mayers addressed the media outside the courthouse, flanked by Rihanna and his legal team.

“I’m thankful and blessed to be here, to be a free man talking to you all,”

His attorney echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the importance of the jury’s decision in clearing Mayers’ name.

Rihanna, who stood by Mayers throughout the trial, was present in the courtroom on several occasions. During the closing arguments, she brought their two young sons, RZA and Riot, to show their support for their father.