Tory Lanez stabbed in prison just months after cell raid controversy
Tory Lanez
, whose real name is
Daystar Peterson
, was stabbed by another inmate on the morning of May 12, 2025, while in the yard at California Correctional Institution in Tehachapi. He was transported by ambulance to a hospital in Bakersfield. His injuries are reported to be non-life-threatening.
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The motive behind the attack remains unclear, and authorities are investigating the incident.
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Grammy-nominated Lanez is currently serving a 10-year sentence for the shooting of rapper
Megan Thee Stallion
after leaving a pool party in the Hollywood Hills on 12 July 2020.
Lanez's incarceration has been marked by several controversies. In September 2024, prison guards confiscated recording equipment from his cell, halting his "Prison Tapes" music series.
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Lanez claimed he was using proceeds from the series to support legal efforts for other inmates, suggesting that his activism may have led to the raid. Later, Lanez warns his fans that he could be in danger after the cell block raid.
Additionally, Megan Thee Stallion has accused Lanez of orchestrating online harassment campaigns against her, alleging that he enlisted bloggers to smear her reputation even after his conviction.
As of now, Lanez remains hospitalized under medical supervision. The identity of the assailant has not been disclosed, and it is unknown whether charges will be filed in connection with the attack. The incident adds to the series of challenges Lanez has faced during his imprisonment.
FAQs
What happened to Tory Lanez?
Tory
Lanez
, a Canadian rapper and singer, was convicted in December 2022 for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in 2020. He was sentenced to 10 years in prison in August 2023 and is incarcerated at the California Correctional Institution. Currently, an unknown assailant shot him inside the prison yard, and he is hospitalized.
How many years did Tory get?
Tory Lanez was sentenced to 10 years in prison for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in 2020. He was convicted on three felony charges related to the shooting and sentenced in August 2023. The sentence followed a December 2022 conviction by a Los Angeles jury.
What is Tory Lanez's biggest hit?
Tory Lanez's biggest hit is "The
Color Violet
," which has over 1.14 billion streams on Spotify, making it his most-streamed solo track to date. Other popular songs include "Say It" and the "WHAT'S POPPIN" remix featuring DaBaby and Lil Wayne.
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