A$AP Rocky Found Not Guilty on Charges

On February 18, 2025, rapper A$AP Rocky was found not guilty of two felony assault charges stemming from a 2021 incident where his former friend, Terell Ephron (A$AP Relli), accused him of firing a gun during an argument in Hollywood. Despite being offered a plea deal, Rocky refused to take it, standing his ground because he knew he was innocent. His decision was risky, as he faced the possibility of prison for something he didn’t do, but he chose to fight for the truth rather than accept a conviction. When the verdict was announced, Rocky was overcome with emotion, leaping over to hug Rihanna, who had supported him throughout the case. She was visibly emotional, and the moment highlighted just how much was at stake—because an innocent man could have been sent to jail for nothing.