A man known as A$AP Relli, who alleges that A$AP Rocky fired a handgun at him in 2021, returned to the courthouse for further cross-examination after a challenging day on the stand. The defense is expected to continue questioning Relli about the alleged shooting incident that took place on a Hollywood street in 2021.
During his testimony, Relli acknowledged that his recollection of events may have evolved over the past three years but maintained that the core of his story remains unchanged. He asserted that a gun was pointed at him and later fired, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation.
Rihanna, the superstar singer and partner of A$AP Rocky, was present in the courtroom for the second consecutive day, observing the proceedings.
Following Relli's testimony, the judge addressed a statement made by Relli that was not heard in full and instructed the jury to disregard it when they reconvene for the continuation of the cross-examination.
Relli, whose legal name is Terell Ephron, recounted the alleged incident where Rocky pointed a gun at him, though it did not make physical contact, and threatened his life. The defense challenged Relli with conflicting statements from a previous interview regarding the specifics of the encounter.
Rocky, facing two felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic handgun, sat quietly in court as Relli emotionally confronted him earlier in the day. The charges against Rocky carry a potential sentence of up to 25 years in prison.
Rihanna, who shares two young sons with Rocky, attended the trial discreetly and sat alongside Rocky's family members. Despite the intense courtroom drama, she remained composed throughout the proceedings.
The defense's questioning focused on Relli's demeanor towards Rocky leading up to the alleged shooting, with Relli displaying frustration and defensiveness during the cross-examination. He denied harboring any animosity towards Rocky and emphasized that he had no ill feelings towards him.
Rocky and Rihanna, both prominent figures in the music and fashion industries, have been romantically involved since 2020 and share two young children together. Rocky, a successful rapper and actor, is poised for a significant year in his career, with Grammy nominations and high-profile projects on the horizon.
