50 Cent has aimed A$AP Relli after the former A$AP Mob member testified in court against A$AP Rocky, alleging the Harlem rapper shot at him during a 2021 altercation. The trial began on January 24 and has already produced heated moments, with Relli recounting his version of the events on the witness stand.
50 Cent Weighs In on the Drama
Never one to shy away from controversy, 50 Cent shared his thoughts on the case via Instagram on Tuesday (January 28). Posting a video clip of Relli’s testimony, the G-Unit mogul dismissed the accusations as a money grab.
“Man I hope Rockie alright this fool just want some money,” 50 captioned the post, adding: “We seen this movie before—it’s a re-run, sucker ass [ninja emoji] smh.”
50’s reaction aligns with Rocky’s defense team, which has claimed that Relli is attempting to “extort” the rapper with false allegations.
Relli’s Testimony Details Alleged Shooting
During his testimony, Relli—real name Terell Ephron—described a tense encounter with Rocky in November 2021 that he claims escalated to life-threatening violence.
“I told him to use it. Because mentally I couldn’t believe it,” Relli said, recounting the moment Rocky allegedly pointed a gun at his torso. “I physically could not believe there was a gun in my face. That was the breaking point for me.”
Relli further alleged that Rocky threatened him, saying: “I’ll kill you right now,” before firing two shots, one of which grazed his hand.
The former friends had reportedly met to resolve longstanding issues, but Relli claims Rocky began hurling obscenities at him from a distance before pulling a gun from his waistband.
Prosecutors have painted the altercation as a violent act, accusing Rocky of firing a 9mm handgun twice. Relli also read text messages in court allegedly sent by Rocky, including one that read: “Let’s get to it.”
Rocky’s Defense: A Prop Gun and Extortion Claims
Rocky has pleaded not guilty to two felony counts of assault with a firearm. His legal team contends that Relli was the aggressor during the encounter and has accused him of orchestrating the allegations for financial gain.
Joseph Tacopina, Rocky’s attorney, argued that the rapper only fired a starter pistol that shoots blanks, which he carried for self-defense. However, the defense has admitted that the prop gun no longer exists, raising questions about its legitimacy.
A Divisive Trial with High Stakes
The trial, expected to last around 15 days, has sparked debate both in and out of the courtroom. Jury selection itself was contentious, as no Black jurors were chosen despite Los Angeles’ racial diversity, adding another layer of scrutiny to the proceedings.
If convicted, A$AP Rocky could face up to 24 years in prison, a fate that would drastically alter the trajectory of his life and career.
As the trial unfolds, the hip-hop community is watching closely. With explosive testimony and high-profile commentary from figures like 50 Cent, the case continues to dominate headlines. The truth behind the 2021 incident—and its ultimate legal outcome—remains to be seen.
