In a shocking turn of events, rapper Tory Lanez, whose actual name is Daystar Peterson, was stabbed in a California prison early Tuesday morning. The incident occurred at the California Correctional Institution in Tehachapi, located around 75 miles north of Los Angeles. According to state corrections officials, the 31-year-old hip-hop artist was attacked by another inmate during the morning hours, prompting prison staff to respond swiftly. They activated emergency services, providing immediate medical aid before Lanez was transferred to a local hospital for further evaluation and treatment.
Rapper Tory Lanez Injured in Prison Stabbing Incident
Rapper Tory Lanez Injured in Prison Stabbing Incident
Tory Lanez, serving a prison sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion, was hospitalized following a stabbing by an inmate.
Currently serving a 10-year sentence for shooting fellow artist Megan Thee Stallion in 2020, Lanez was attacked at approximately 7:20 AM (local time). While details regarding his condition remain unclear, reports suggest that his injuries are non-life-threatening. The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation confirmed that an investigation is now underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the stabbing, although no motives for the attack have been disclosed.
Lanez's legal troubles began after he was convicted in 2023 on three felony firearm charges, including assault with a semi-automatic firearm. The incident involving Megan Thee Stallion occurred after a heated argument when they were leaving a pool party at a celebrity's residence. During the trial, she testified that after requesting to exit the vehicle, Lanez fired gunshots in her direction while commanding her to "dance." The shooting resulted in significant injuries, requiring Megan to undergo surgery to extract bullet fragments from her foot.
Despite the gravity of his situation, Lanez has consistently maintained his innocence throughout the case and has faced a divided response within the hip-hop community. Some artists, including 50 Cent and Iggy Azalea, have called for leniency during his sentencing, while others have voiced their opinions more critically. Prior to his conviction, Lanez boasted an impressive record with seven albums reaching the top ten in the US over a short period. He has also hinted at releasing a new album titled Peterson while incarcerated.
Lanez's legal troubles began after he was convicted in 2023 on three felony firearm charges, including assault with a semi-automatic firearm. The incident involving Megan Thee Stallion occurred after a heated argument when they were leaving a pool party at a celebrity's residence. During the trial, she testified that after requesting to exit the vehicle, Lanez fired gunshots in her direction while commanding her to "dance." The shooting resulted in significant injuries, requiring Megan to undergo surgery to extract bullet fragments from her foot.
Despite the gravity of his situation, Lanez has consistently maintained his innocence throughout the case and has faced a divided response within the hip-hop community. Some artists, including 50 Cent and Iggy Azalea, have called for leniency during his sentencing, while others have voiced their opinions more critically. Prior to his conviction, Lanez boasted an impressive record with seven albums reaching the top ten in the US over a short period. He has also hinted at releasing a new album titled Peterson while incarcerated.
