Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez’s Trial Update
Rapper Tory Lanez’s bid for a new trial in the Megan Thee Stallion shooting case has been denied by Judge Brian Cogan in Los Angeles on May 9th, 2023. With this decision, Tory Lanez is now slated for sentencing regarding his involvement in the July 2020 shooting incident.
The altercation leading to the shooting unfolded during a dispute between Tory Lanez and Megan Thee Stallion. Megan Thee Stallion suffered a foot injury from the gunfire, and subsequently, Tory Lanez faced charges of assault with a deadly weapon. Additionally, he was accused of carrying a loaded, unlicensed firearm within a vehicle.
Tory Lanez Denies All
Tory Lanez responded with a not guilty plea to the charges. His defense team contended that the evidence presented in court lacked adequacy and highlighted inconsistencies in Megan Thee Stallion’s recollection of the events that preceded the shooting.
However, despite these arguments, Judge Cogan rendered a decision against Tory Lanez. He deemed the evidence presented in court substantial in supporting the charges against him. Furthermore, he highlighted the congruence between Megan Thee Stallion’s narrative of the events leading to the shooting and the evidence that was presented.
The denial of a new trial is a significant blow to Tory Lanez, who had hoped to clear his name. The ruling means he will now face sentencing for his role in the shooting incident. It is unclear what the sentencing will be at this time.
The denial of a new trial marks a significant turning point. It signals that accountability for acts of violence is being taken seriously.
