Rihanna made a poignant appearance at the closing arguments of A$AP Rocky’s gun trial, bringing their two young sons, RZA and Riot, along for the day. The trial, which began on January 24, is now nearing its conclusion after nearly three weeks of proceedings, with jury deliberations expected to start on February 14.
This marked the first time the couple’s children were present in the courtroom, where they sat with Rocky’s mother behind the defense table during the morning session. Following lunch, the children were not in attendance, highlighting the seriousness of the proceedings as the trial draws to a close.
In his closing remarks, District Attorney Paul Przelomiec emphasized that the crux of the case revolves around whether the weapon used by Rocky during an alleged shooting incident in November 2021 was a real gun or merely a prop. A$AP Rocky faces two felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, which could result in a maximum sentence of 24 years in prison if convicted. However, prosecutors have indicated they will recommend a sentence of eight to ten years.
The judge reminded jurors that self-defense is a valid argument if it can be shown that Rocky reasonably believed he was in imminent danger. During the trial, Rocky chose to waive his right to testify, making a surprising move when he ordered a fellow A$AP Mob member, A$AP Twelvyy, to remain silent during questioning.
As Rihanna continues to support her partner through this challenging time, the couple faces a critical moment in their lives. With the jury set to deliberate soon, all eyes are on the proceedings as fans and followers await the verdict. Stay tuned for updates as this story unfolds!
