• The verdict spared A$AP Rocky from a potentially lengthy prison sentence of over two decades.
  • Ephron is initiating a civil lawsuit against Rocky. This implies that the legal battle may not be entirely over.

American rapper Rakim Athelaston Mayers, known professionally as ASAP Rocky, has been in a high-profile legal battle following an unfortunate incident in Sweden in July 2019. Alongside two companions, he faced the daunting reality of a felony assault trial in Los Angeles in February 2025.

The charges stemmed from an altercation in Hollywood in November 2021, accusing him of firing a semi-automatic firearm at his former friend, Terell Ephron, also known as A$AP Relli.

Ephron claimed to have suffered a minor injury when a bullet grazed his knuckles during the confrontation. The prosecution argued that Rocky deliberately aimed at Ephron. The defense maintained that the gun was merely a prop used for a music video and that Ephron had been the aggressor.

The trial unfolded over four intense weeks, with both sides presenting their cases and evidence. The defense pointed out the absence of the alleged weapon and argued that the prop gun was incapable of firing live ammunition. After a brief deliberation of about three hours, the jury ultimately acquitted A$AP Rocky of both felony assault charges involving a semi-automatic.

Overcome with what can only be perceived as relief, Rocky embraced his partner Rihanna. He thanked the jury, saying, "Thank y'all for giving me a second chance at life." Rihanna then took to social media to express her relief, underscoring the significance of faith and divine intervention.

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The verdict spared A$AP Rocky from a potentially lengthy prison sentence of over two decades. The public's curiosity about the case's facts is shining a light, garnering massive attention, given the involvement of Rihanna.

Ephron is initiating a civil lawsuit against Rocky. This implies that the legal battle may not be entirely over.