A$AP Rocky Text Messages Revealed in Court During Shooting Trial: Legal Battle Over Alleged Incident
The highly publicized trial of A$AP Rocky took a dramatic turn on January 29, 2025, when text messages between the rapper and A$AP Relli (real name Terrell Ephron) were displayed in open court. The texts, exchanged just hours after the alleged shooting incident in November 2021, provided insight into the former friends’ heated confrontation.
Text Message Exchange Between A$AP Rocky & A$AP Relli
The messages began when Relli reached out to Rocky, accusing him of setting him up. Rocky quickly denied the allegations, responding:
“I tried to do what?? … Stop making shit up Rell.”
Tensions escalated further when Relli claimed that security cameras had captured the incident, implying that there was video evidence of the alleged shooting. Rocky, seemingly angered by the statement, responded with an accusation of extortion:
“Now u trynna extort n-ggas talkin bout I shot at u n shot u 4 times and all type of nonsense, u a phony and u don’t have the best intentions. Stop texting me n stop calling my manager and call police if I ‘shot’ @ u u weirdo.”
The texts were presented as key evidence by the prosecution, who argue that Rocky fired a gun twice, with one of the bullets grazing Relli’s hand.
A$AP Relli’s Testimony: “My Life Has Been a Living Hell”
During his courtroom testimony, Relli detailed the emotional and professional toll the alleged shooting had taken on him. He claimed that since the incident, his life had been a “living hell”, citing death threats, public humiliation, and the loss of his music management business.
One of the major sources of backlash he faced came from A$AP Mob member A$AP Bari, who publicly labeled him a “rat” for taking the case to court.
The Alleged Shooting Incident
On the stand, Relli recounted the moments leading up to the confrontation with Rocky. He described the shocking moment when the rapper allegedly pulled out a firearm, saying:
“I told him to use it. Because mentally, I couldn’t believe it. I physically could not believe there was a gun in my face. That was the breaking point for me.”
Relli went on to claim that Rocky threatened to kill him, saying:
“I’ll kill you right now.”
A$AP Rocky’s Defense: “I Only Fired a Prop Gun”
Rocky’s legal team, however, has strongly denied the allegations. They claim that he never used a real gun, but instead fired a prop gun that only shoots blanks. They argue that he carried the starter pistol for protection, but admit that the weapon no longer exists, making it impossible to verify his defense.
Potential Consequences for A$AP Rocky
If convicted, A$AP Rocky faces up to 24 years in prison on two felony counts of assault with a deadly weapon. The trial has attracted widespread media attention, with his longtime girlfriend Rihanna attending the court proceedings in support of him.
As the case unfolds, fans and legal experts continue to debate whether Rocky’s claim of using a prop gun will hold up in court or if the prosecution’s security footage and text message evidence will lead to a conviction.
With his career, reputation, and freedom on the line, A$AP Rocky’s future remains uncertain as the trial continues.
