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Accomplice Sentenced to 15 Years in Julio Foolio Killing

A judge imposed the maximum term after a manslaughter conviction, with four co-defendants still facing life-term sentencing on June 22, 2026.

Overview

  • Alicia Andrews was sentenced to 15 years on Friday, May 22, 2026, after a jury convicted her of manslaughter for her role in the June 23, 2024 ambush that killed rapper Julio Foolio.
  • Prosecutors said Andrews tracked Foolio around Tampa and relayed his location to co-defendants using her phone and car, evidence they used to place her in the chain of events that led to the shooting.
  • Four other defendants — Isaiah Chance, Rashad Murphy, Davion Murphy and Sean Gathright — were convicted of first-degree murder earlier in May and a jury recommended life sentences; their formal sentencing is set for June 22, 2026.
  • The state presented surveillance footage, cell‑phone data, post‑arrest video and social media material including diss tracks to establish motive and coordination, and investigators say shooters modified rifles to avoid leaving casings.
  • Foolio’s mother delivered an emotional victim impact statement at Andrews’ hearing and Andrews’ lawyers say they will appeal to seek a new trial or credit for time served, leaving further legal fights ahead.