In a surprising turn of events following A$AP Rocky’s acquittal on charges of assault with a semiautomatic firearm, a juror has come forward to reveal that the jury believed the gun involved in the incident was real. The jury, which consisted of seven women and five men, deliberated for just over three hours before reaching their verdict on February 18, 2025.
Despite their belief in the authenticity of the firearm, the juror explained that they ultimately felt there was insufficient evidence to convict the rapper. “We were all thinking a crime had been committed, but the thing is with the instructions we had, and with the law, we didn’t think there was enough evidence to convict,” she shared in an interview.
During the trial, A$AP Rocky claimed that he used a prop gun to fire a warning shot at A$AP Relli during a confrontation in November 2021. Prosecutor Paul Przelomiec emphasized that the core issue revolved around whether the gun was real or fake, but the judge reminded jurors that self-defense could be a valid argument if Rocky believed he was in imminent danger.
The juror expressed concern over the reliability of some witness testimonies, stating, “Unfortunately a lot of the witnesses, we didn’t consider all of their testimony to be reliable.” They noted that the defense’s claim that the prop gun had mysteriously disappeared since the incident felt “a little mysterious.” However, the jury ultimately adhered to the evidence presented and the legal instructions given to them.
Another juror reflected on the deliberation process, emphasizing that the decision was largely rooted in the concept of reasonable doubt. They explained, “We spent a lot of time discussing the concept of reasonable doubt, and the chain of evidence that was provided to us, setting aside personalities.”
Following the verdict, A$AP Rocky expressed his gratitude, stating, “Thank God first. You gotta thank God first. And I really wanna thank the jury for making the right decision.” He described the last four years as a challenging experience but expressed his relief at being a free man.
The verdict was also met with joy from Rocky’s partner, Rihanna, who celebrated on social media, proclaiming, “The glory belongs to God and God alone! Thankful, humbled by his mercy.” Other figures in the hip hop community, including 50 Cent and Tyler, The Creator, also shared their reactions, highlighting the widespread support for Rocky following the verdict.
At hiphopraisedmetheblog.com, we will continue to monitor the aftermath of this case and its implications for A$AP Rocky’s career and personal life. As he prepares for the release of his upcoming album, “DON’T BE DUMB,” fans are eager to see how this chapter influences his artistry moving forward. Stay tuned for more updates as this story unfolds!
