Tory Lanez’s legal team is pushing forward with efforts to overturn his conviction in the 2020 shooting of Megan Thee Stallion, holding a press conference on Wednesday to introduce new claims and evidence they believe could shift public opinion and possibly the legal outcome.
Speaking at the press conference, Ceasar McDowell, CEO and co-founder of Unite the People, declared, “Enough is enough. It’s time to bring the brother home.” Attorney Walter Roberts followed, sharing a bombshell allegation: that Kelsey Harris, Megan Thee Stallion’s former friend and assistant, was allegedly the person who fired the shots—not Lanez, whose real name is Daystar Peterson.
According to Roberts, Bradley James, a bodyguard for Harris, came forward with a statement claiming Harris fired the weapon at Megan three times. Roberts further explained: “Mr. Peterson grabbed her arm and knocked it down, and the gun fired two more times. Mr. Peterson never shot anybody. He never even touched that gun.”
The legal team also referenced testimony from Sean Kelly, an independent witness who claimed he saw two women fighting the night of the incident. They criticized the initial investigation, noting that Tory was the only person tested for DNA—even though unknown DNA was reportedly found on the weapon.
Complicating Events: Tory Lanez Survives Brutal Prison Stabbing
The press conference came on the heels of a violent stabbing incident involving Tory Lanez at the prison where he is serving his 10-year sentence. CNN confirmed that Lanez was stabbed multiple times by another inmate, resulting in a medical emergency that required him to be rushed to a nearby hospital.
An update shared on his official Instagram account revealed the severity of the attack:
“Tory was stabbed 14 times — including 7 wounds to his back, 4 to his torso, 2 to the back of his head, and 1 to the left side of his face. Both of his lungs collapsed, and he was placed on a breathing apparatus. He is now breathing on his own… in good spirits, and deeply thankful to God.”
What’s Next?
Despite the 2022 conviction, Lanez and his legal team are continuing to proclaim his innocence and press for a re-examination of the case. Whether the new evidence and witness statements will hold legal weight remains to be seen, but it has undeniably reignited public discourse surrounding the incident.
As this story continues to evolve, HWING will provide updates on any legal developments and Lanez’s recovery.
