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PhotoNews Pakistan > Entertainment > Tory Lanez Receives 10-Year Prison Sentence for Shooting Megan Thee Stallion
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Tory Lanez Receives 10-Year Prison Sentence for Shooting Megan Thee Stallion

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By Web Desk Published August 9, 2023 3 Min Read
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What began as an after-party at Kylie Jenner’s residence in the early hours of July 12, 2020, took a dark turn. Once on cordial terms, Tory Lanez and Megan Thee Stallion found themselves engulfed in a heated argument as they left the party. Lanez shot Megan in her feet as tensions escalated, gruesomely telling her to dance.

The violent act necessitated Megan’s surgery and left her emotionally traumatized. Pouring her heart out in a poignant letter to the court, Megan described the relentless emotional turmoil she’s been through since that fateful night.

An Intense Two-Day Trial

Judge David Herriford presided over a trial that stretched for two intense days. He meticulously dissected every facet of the incident, ensuring no stone was left unturned. Throughout the proceedings, Lanez expressed remorse. He harkened back to memories of bonding over shared grief — both had tragically lost their mothers — recalling moments of solace at the bottom of a bottle.

Tory Lanez has officially been sentenced to 10 years in prison for shooting Megan Thee Stallion. pic.twitter.com/KoHITfMluB

— Pop Base (@PopBase) August 8, 2023

Facing a trio of grave felony charges – from assault with a semi-automatic weapon to unlawful possession of a firearm – Lanez’s stance remained unwavering: he pleaded innocence. The prosecution made a hard push, advocating for a 13-year sentence. Conversely, his defence team leaned towards leniency, suggesting probation and a rehabilitation program.

Megan’s testimony went beyond detailing the physical pain; she delved deep into the emotional abyss Lanez pushed her into. She referenced orchestrated online smear campaigns and calculated attempts to tarnish her professional reputation.

In a twist, Lanez’s defence brought forward several character witnesses, including his father, Sonstar Peterson. Their goal? To shed light on the myriad challenges Lanez faced in his personal life, such as the grief from his mother’s untimely death.

BREAKING: Tory Lanez has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for shooting Megan Thee Stallion in July 2020. pic.twitter.com/7aC6LWJr5O

— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) August 8, 2023

A notable 76 letters of support were submitted to the court, speaking volumes about Lanez’s character. From Iggy Azalea to law enforcement and even political dignitaries, many underscored his philanthropic endeavours.

The verdict and surrounding case ignited fierce debate across the hip-hop community and the digital realm, often polarizing opinions. And while initial sentencing plans were slated for January, various legal manoeuvres and a rejected plea for a retrial led to the case’s climax.

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