Rihanna silences paparazzi with sassy reply to out-of-line question after verdict in A$AP Rocky’s case

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Rihanna did not hold back in giving a sassy reply to a person who delivered an out-of-line question after the verdict in her boyfriend A$AP Rocky's 2021 shooting case.

A$AP Rocky was found not guilty in his felony assault case on Tuesday, February 18, where the rapper was accused of shooting at his friend A$AP Relli during an argument, per Marca.

Rihanna shuts down paparazzi with a sassy reply

Following A$AP Rocky's verdict, the 'Diamonds' singer was spotted outside the courtroom with her beau, where she was met with several questions from paparazzi.

In the background, a group of enthusiastic women, seemingly reporters, asked Rihanna how she felt about the verdict. The songstress turned around and raised her hand, signaling for silence, subtly conveying that she and A$AP Rocky were relieved.

Meanwhile, a person asked, "A$AP how does it feel losing your childhood best friend?" to which Rihanna replied, "How do u think it feels?"

Meanwhile, Rihanna stood by A$AP's side as he addressed reporters, and acknowledged the toll that the past four years had on him.

He said, "We want to thank God first, you know what I’m saying? This whole experience has been crazy, but I’m thankful, nonetheless. Blessed to be here right now, to be a free man talking to y’all. Thank you. All praise to God."

Following the verdict, Rihanna also expressed her relief on Instagram by sharing a message of gratitude. She wrote, "The glory belongs to God and God alone! Thankful, humbled by His mercy!"

A$AP Rocky dives into crying Rihanna’s arms after not-guilty verdict

A$AP Rocky dived and hugged Rihanna after he was declared not guilty on all counts on Tuesday by jurors in his felony criminal trial, according to Daily Mail.

The 'Stay' songstress was seen in tears as her boyfriend ran and dived upon her and embraced her. A$AP Rocky could have faced up to 24 years in prison if convicted in the case.

The rapper thanked the jury, consisting of seven women and five men, as he left the courtroom. He said, "Thanks y´all for saving my life."

A$AP Rocky, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, also had an emotional moment as he hugged his lawyers after the verdict. The jury reached the unanimous decision after the conclusion of the closing arguments in the case last week, per the outlet.

Moreover, the rapper had earlier declined an offer from prosecutors of a six-month jail sentence and probation, Daily Mail reported. According to the offer, A$AP Rocky would have had to plead guilty to one count in the case.

Notably, the trial started on January 24, after A$AP Rocky turned down the plea offer and insisted he was innocent.