Rapper Tory Lanez was stabbed multiple times in a violent prison attack at the California Correctional Institution in Tehachapi on the morning of May 12, 2025. Lanez, whose real name is Daystar Peterson, was reportedly attacked around 7:20 a.m. by another inmate. The incident has sent shockwaves through both the music industry and Lanez’s fan base.
Tory Lanez Stabbed 14 Times: Serious Injuries Reported
According to official reports, Tory Lanez was stabbed 14 times, suffering injuries to his back, torso, head, and face. The most serious complication involved both lungs collapsing, requiring the rapper to be placed on a breathing apparatus immediately following the assault. Emergency personnel at the facility provided first aid, and Lanez was rushed to a nearby hospital in Bakersfield.
Despite the severity of the injuries, Lanez is now breathing on his own and listed in stable condition. His representatives confirmed via Instagram that he is talking normally and in good spirits, expressing deep gratitude for being alive.
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Investigation Underway After Tory Lanez Stabbed in Prison
Authorities have not yet disclosed the motive behind the attack, and an investigation is ongoing by prison officials and the Kern County District Attorney’s Office. The identity of the attacker and the circumstances leading up to the stabbing remain undisclosed.
Lanez is currently serving a 10-year prison sentence for the 2020 shooting of rapper Megan Thee Stallion. Since his conviction in 2022 and incarceration in 2023, his case has remained in the public spotlight.
The Tory Lanez stabbed incident raises new concerns about inmate safety and high-profile figures serving time. As more details emerge, fans and the music world remain hopeful for his full recovery and continued updates on the investigation.