A$AP Twelvyy has stirred controversy during A$AP Rocky’s ongoing trial by declining to cooperate with prosecutors, a decision that could significantly impact how jurors perceive his credibility. The trial, which revolves around a November 2021 altercation involving A$AP Rocky and A$AP Relli, is being held at the Los Angeles County Courthouse and has already seen its share of dramatic moments.
On January 28, Twelvyy faced a tense exchange with Superior Court Judge Mark Arnold, who informed him about the option to be interviewed by the prosecution before taking the stand. “Prosecution would like the opportunity to interview you before you take a stand… It’s optional; you can either agree to be interviewed or refuse,” Judge Arnold explained. Twelvyy firmly responded, “No, no, I do not want to be interviewed.”
The judge cautioned Twelvyy about the potential implications of his refusal, emphasizing that the jury would be aware of his decision not to cooperate. “If you refuse, then the jury is going to know that you refused to be interviewed by the prosecution, and it could impact your believability, your credibility in the eyes of the jury,” Judge Arnold warned. To this, Twelvyy simply acknowledged, “Yes.”
Twelvyy’s involvement in the case is significant due to his presence during the incident, during which he reportedly attempted to de-escalate the confrontation between A$AP Rocky and A$AP Relli, whose real name is Terell Ephron. While authorities allege that a firearm was involved, Twelvyy is expected to testify in support of Rocky’s defense, asserting that the weapon in question was merely a “prop gun.”
As the prosecution seeks to pin A$AP Rocky with two felony counts of assault involving a semiautomatic firearm, Twelvyy’s testimony could prove crucial. A$AP Rocky has already rejected a plea deal that would have sentenced him to 180 days in jail, three years of probation, and a seven-year suspended sentence, facing the possibility of up to 24 years in prison if convicted.
As the trial progresses, Twelvyy’s refusal to engage with prosecutors adds another layer of tension to an already tumultuous legal battle for A$AP Rocky, raising questions about the impact of his testimony and the overall case.
