A$AP Rocky Acquitted of Assault Charges in Los Angeles

Rapper A$AP Rocky was found not guilty on all counts in a Los Angeles courtroom on Tuesday, clearing him of two felony assault charges linked to a 2021 incident involving another rapper, Terell Ephron. The jury's unanimous verdict followed brief deliberations, with Rocky expressing his gratitude to the jurors, stating, 'Thank y'all for saving my life.' The case revolved around allegations that Rocky fired a handgun during a confrontation, but his defense argued that the weapon was a prop gun that could not fire real bullets. Rihanna, Rocky's partner, attended parts of the trial and was emotional upon hearing the verdict. Despite the acquittal, Ephron has filed a civil lawsuit against Rocky. This legal victory arrives at a pivotal moment in Rocky's career, allowing him to pursue upcoming projects without the burden of criminal charges hanging over him.