Update: A$AP Rocky Pleads Not Guilty In Sweden Assault Case

FEBRUARY 09: A$AP Rocky attends The Recording Academy And Clive Davis' 2019 Pre-GRAMMY Gala at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on Febr

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Here’s an update on the A$AP Rocky case.

 

Rocky has been detained in a Swedish prison since July 2nd. The Harlem rapper was arrested in Sweden for a fight that took place between him, his crew and two random fans. Rocky claims he was simply defending himself. 

 

After weeks of investigation, the Swedish government has officially decided to charge A$AP Rocky with assault.

 

Trial for the case began this morning (July 30th), and Rocky is maintaining his innocence. The rapper pleads not guilty against the charges, in front of the Swedish judge and jury.

 

If convicted, Rocky is facing a maximum of 2 years in prison. The trial is set to run over the next three days.

 

We will keep you updated.


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