Music power couple A$AP Rocky and Rihanna have made a unique decision regarding their future child’s name. The duo has promised to name their next baby after A$AP Rocky’s lawyer, Joe Tacopina, who successfully defended the rapper in a high-profile felony shooting trial. The unexpected revelation was made by Tacopina himself during an interview with Extra, where he shared details about the heartfelt moment.
This comes after rapper A$AP Rocky was found not guilty on Tuesday of firing a handgun at his former friend during a 2021 altercation in Hollywood. The verdict, delivered in a Los Angeles courtroom, spared the rapper from a potential 24-year prison sentence. Following the decision, A$AP Rocky expressed his gratitude to the jury, saying, “Thank y’all for saving my life.” The verdict was a significant moment for the rapper, who had been facing serious legal consequences.
Background Of The Case
The case revolved around an ongoing dispute between A$AP Rocky and Relli. Prosecutors claimed that Rocky fired a semiautomatic handgun at Relli during a heated argument. However, Rocky’s defense argued that he had been carrying a prop gun that only fired blanks, which he had taken from a music video set months earlier. According to the defense, the shot was fired as a warning to protect a fellow crew member from an attack.
Prosecution’s Shocking Claims
As per media reports, prosecutors presented witnesses who alleged that A$AP Rocky had used a real firearm with the intent to harm. However, the defense countered that no physical evidence supported these claims. The jury ultimately found that the prosecution failed to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that Rocky had committed a felony assault.
With the trial behind him, A$AP Rocky can now focus on his music and personal life. Fans are eagerly awaiting his next projects, and the rapper is expected to return to his career with renewed energy and determination.
