In a highly anticipated ruling, Canadian rapper Daystar Peterson, professionally known as Tory Lanez, has been handed a ten-year prison sentence for his involvement in the shooting of American artist Megan Thee Stallion.
The judgment was delivered on Tuesday by a Los Angeles judge.
The sentence comes after a series of legal proceedings that culminated in Lanez’s conviction in December of last year.
The rapper was found guilty of assault with a semi-automatic firearm and two other felony charges. The case was brought to court by Megan Thee Stallion, who accused Lanez of shooting her in the feet following a party at the residence of celebrity Kylie Jenner in 2020.
During the trial, Megan Thee Stallion provided compelling testimony, recounting the traumatic incident. She revealed that Lanez fired shots at the back of her feet and allegedly taunted her with derogatory language, instructing her to “Dance, bitch” as she attempted to walk away from a vehicle they were both in.
Prosecutors pushed for a 13-year prison term for the prominent hip-hop artist, underscoring the gravity of the charges against him. However, the jury’s final decision resulted in a ten-year jail sentence for Lanez, a verdict that has garnered significant attention within the entertainment and legal communities alike.
Lanez’s sentencing marks a significant development in a case that has captivated media and public interest since its inception. The incident raised important conversations about gun violence, celebrity accountability, and the treatment of women within the entertainment industry.