Rapper Tory Lanez, known for his controversial past involving fellow artist Megan Thee Stallion, has found himself in a dire situation as he was stabbed by another inmate at the California Correctional Institution in Tehachapi. The attack occurred early Tuesday morning around 07:20 local time, and immediate medical aid was activated by prison staff who escorted the 31-year-old artist to a local hospital for treatment.
Current reports indicate that Lanez, whose real name is Daystar Peterson, sustained injuries that are not life-threatening, although no further information regarding his condition has been disclosed. This incident raises questions amid Lanez's ongoing incarceration as he serves a 10-year sentence for shooting Megan Thee Stallion, a crime committed during a heated argument in 2020.
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has announced that an investigation is in progress to uncover the motives behind the attack on Lanez. Details about the assailant and their reasoning for the attack have yet to be revealed to the public.
The case surrounding Lanez’s conviction has been a hot topic within the music community, sparking debates and dividing opinions among various hip-hop artists. Some, including notable figures like 50 Cent and Iggy Azalea, expressed sympathy for Lanez, calling for leniency during his sentence review. Lanez had a successful music career prior to his incarceration, boasting seven albums in the US top 10, and recently hinted at releasing a new album from prison titled Peterson.
As fans and the public await further updates, the focus remains on both Lanez's recovery and the circumstances surrounding this recent violence within the prison system.
