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.
