Rihanna was observed leaving the courtroom with tears on her face during the ongoing trial of her partner, A$AP Rocky.
The rapper, whose legal name is Rakim Mayers, is confronting two felony charges of assault involving a semi-automatic firearm.
Should he be convicted, he faces a potential sentence of up to 24 years in prison.
These charges arise from an incident in November 2021, during which Rocky is alleged to have discharged a firearm towards his former associate, A$AP Relli (Terell Ephron), amid a confrontation in Hollywood.
Rocky has entered a plea of not guilty, asserting that the weapon in question was merely a prop and that no live ammunition was fired.
The trial has unfolded with several dramatic developments, including claims of manipulated messages through artificial intelligence and testimonies from prominent individuals.
This case is of significant importance, attracting considerable media attention.
A$AP Rocky’s attorney, Joe Tacopina, has indicated that Rocky rejected a plea agreement, maintaining that the firearm he utilized was a prop and not an actual weapon.
Tacopina further noted that Rocky’s acquaintances were aware that he carried a prop gun for safety and security reasons.
Joe Tacopina, who is also known for having previously represented former President Donald Trump in the criminal hush money case and the civil defamation and battery case brought by E. Jean Carroll, is a prominent figure in the legal world.
Currently, Rocky is facing two counts of assault with a semi-automatic firearm, and the trial is nearing its conclusion.
The defense contends that the weapon was a starter pistol that only discharged blanks, while the prosecution asserts it was a genuine firearm.
Rihanna was seen exiting the courtroom, visibly emotional.
Both Rihanna and A$AP Rocky share two children together.
Images @ Bad Girl Riri on IG.
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