Megan Thee Stallion bashes Tory Lanez and critics for calling for Tory’s prison release in 2020 shooting case

Megan Thee Stallion Slams Tory Lanez Over Shooting Denial

Megan Thee Stallion has broken her silence once again—and this time, she’s not mincing words. In a powerful TikTok post shared on May 19, 2025, the Grammy-winning rapper called out Tory Lanez and his supporters over continued claims that he didn’t shoot her in the now infamous 2020 incident.

As conversations around celebrity justice, misinformation, and support for abuse survivors continue to dominate headlines, Megan’s message was clear: “Tory, you shot me. Stop lying.”

Let’s dive deeper into this high-profile legal battle, why it still matters years later, and what it says about how we treat survivors of violence—especially Black women.

What Happened Between Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez?

The incident dates back to July 2020, when Megan (real name Megan Pete) and Tory Lanez (real name Daystar Peterson) were leaving a party at Kylie Jenner’s home. An argument reportedly broke out in the vehicle they were riding in, and moments later, Megan was shot in both feet.

She later publicly named Lanez as the shooter and described how the trauma of the incident—both physical and emotional—was made worse by online attacks, victim-blaming, and public figures doubting her.

Tory Lanez denied the allegations, claiming he was innocent. Despite that, the case went to court, and in December 2022, Lanez was convicted on three felony charges related to the shooting.

What Charges Did Tory Lanez Face?

Lanez was convicted of:

• Assault with a semiautomatic firearm
• Carrying a loaded, unregistered firearm
• Discharging a firearm with gross negligence

The jury found that the evidence overwhelmingly supported Megan’s claims. Lanez was sentenced to 10 years in prison.

Megan’s Recent TikTok: “Stop Making Me Relive This”

On May 19, Megan posted a TikTok that reignited public discourse around the case. The catalyst? Lanez’s legal team had announced so-called “new evidence” they claimed would prove his innocence.

Megan didn’t hold back. She wrote, “At what point are y’all gonna stop making me relive being shot BY TORY?” She also slammed the persistent misinformation campaigns, adding: “FACTS ARE FACTS. He did it. It was PROVEN IN COURT.” Her frustration echoes that of many survivors who are forced to repeatedly defend their trauma in the public eye.

What Is This “New Evidence” Lanez’s Team Claims?

On May 14, 2025, Lanez’s legal team held a press conference with an organization called Unite the People, which supports inmates’ legal rights. They introduced a supposed new witness—a bodyguard of one of Megan’s friends—who claimed to have overheard someone else confess to the shooting.

But this isn’t truly new. Theories that Megan’s former friend Kelsey Harris was the shooter have been floated—and debunked—since the beginning. Harris even testified during the trial and denied being the shooter. She also sent a text message right after the incident that read: “Tory shot Meg.”

Megan addressed the “evidence” in her post, writing: “Ain’t no new fcking evidence. Y’all been saying the same sht for years.”

Megan’s Lawyer Speaks Out

Megan’s attorney, Alex Spiro, also dismissed the claims in a statement to XXL. He reinforced that this wasn’t a case of doubt or confusion, but one of a violent assault that had been thoroughly adjudicated by the legal system.

“Tory Lanez was tried and convicted by a jury of his peers. This is not a political matter.”

Support for Lanez: A Divisive Issue

Surprisingly, several high-profile artists and public figures have backed a petition to pardon Tory Lanez, including:

• Ye (formerly Kanye West)
• Drake
• Kodak Black
• Trippie Redd

Their involvement has drawn backlash, particularly from those who believe this undermines the seriousness of Lanez’s conviction and further vilifies Megan, a survivor who has already endured online abuse and harassment.

This speaks to a deeper issue in hip-hop culture and celebrity justice—why do we often defend abusers while questioning victims?

Why the Megan vs. Tory Case Still Matters

The shooting of Megan Thee Stallion—and everything that followed—has become a symbol of how society treats women, especially Black women, who come forward about abuse. Megan faced:

• Victim-blaming in the media
• Memes and jokes about her injury
• Celebrity disapproval for speaking out

This case highlights the importance of believing survivors and allowing the justice system to function without public interference or harassment.

How Do Criminal Trials Work?

Understanding the legal process can help clarify why this case should be considered resolved.

Steps in a Criminal Trial:

1. Investigation and Arrest
2. Charges Filed by Prosecutors
3. Preliminary Hearings and Discovery
4. Trial Before a Jury
5. Conviction or Acquittal
6. Sentencing
7. Appeals (if applicable)

In this case, Tory Lanez had due process and was found guilty. Unless his appeal succeeds based on actual new evidence, the conviction stands.

How to Spot Misinformation Online

Megan’s case also teaches us how misinformation spreads, especially on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter).

Here’s how you can spot false claims:

• Check for credible sources (court records, news outlets, legal experts)
• Look for recycled narratives dressed up as “breaking news”
• Beware of edited clips taken out of context
• Remember that a celebrity’s opinion ≠ legal evidence

Just because someone famous posts about it doesn’t mean it’s true.

What Megan’s Story Teaches Us

Megan Thee Stallion is more than a chart-topping artist. Her willingness to stand up in court, name her abuser, and continue to speak out is both brave and transformative.

Her story teaches us:

• Believe survivors.
• Let the legal system work.
• Be cautious of false narratives.
• Support public figures who use their platform for truth.

Three years after the shooting, Megan Thee Stallion is still forced to fight misinformation and denial. Despite a court conviction and a 10-year sentence, some continue to question her story.

But for many, the facts are clear: Tory Lanez shot Megan Thee Stallion. That truth has been tested in court and confirmed through evidence, testimony, and a jury’s verdict.

In Megan’s own words: “TORY, YOU SHOT ME.”

That should be enough.