Tory Lanez Mugshot Revealed: Transferred to State Prison
Tory Lanez, the Canadian rapper convicted of shooting Megan Thee Stallion, has been transferred to North Kern State Prison in Delano, Calif., where he will serve his sentence. Lanez, whose legal name is Daystar Peterson, appeared emotionless in his new mugshot, released five days after his bail was denied. The 31-year-old rapper had requested bail to live with his son and wife while his team worked on his appeal, but the judge cited his violent felony conviction, history of violating court orders, and foreign citizenship as reasons for denial. Lanez was sentenced to 10 years for negligent discharge of a gun, assault with a gun, and carrying a loaded and unregistered gun.
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Tory Lanez, the 31-year-old Canadian rapper, has been transferred to North Kern State Prison in Delano, Calif., after being convicted of shooting Megan Thee Stallion. Lanez, whose legal name is Daystar Peterson, had asked for bail to live with his family while his team worked on his appeal, but the motion was denied. Judge David Herriford cited Lanez’s violent felony conviction, history of violating court orders, and foreign citizenship as contributing factors in the decision. Lanez was sentenced to 10 years in prison for negligent discharge of a gun, assault with a gun, and carrying a loaded and unregistered gun.
Megan Thee Stallion Responds to Critics
Megan Thee Stallion, the victim in the shooting, faced criticism from Lanez’s fanbase after his sentencing. However, during a performance at the Outside Lands Festival in San Francisco, she addressed the naysayers and expressed that their actions and words did not break her. Megan, also known as “Megan Pete,” told her fans, referred to as “hotties,” to disregard the negativity and stay strong.
Lanez Maintains Innocence
In an Instagram statement, Tory Lanez insisted on his innocence and claimed that he would not apologize for the charges he was wrongfully convicted of. He stated that he has never let hard times intimidate him and that he will not let jail time eliminate him. Lanez maintained his innocence throughout and expressed his determination to fight the charges against him.
