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Shocking Twist in Tory Lanez Case: New Testimony Points to Kelsey Harris
The Tory Lanez case, already marked by drama and controversy, took another unexpected turn this week. Just days after the rapper was brutally stabbed in prison, his legal team unveiled startling new evidence that could potentially overturn his conviction for shooting Megan Thee Stallion. This evidence centers around a bombshell claim from a bodyguard for Megan's former friend, Kelsey Harris, who was also present the night of the shooting.
A Bodyguard's Confession
During a press conference hosted by Unite the People, a nonprofit legal advocacy group, attorney Walter Roberts revealed a statement from Bradley James, a former bodyguard for Kelsey Harris. James claims he overheard Harris confess to firing the gun that injured Megan Thee Stallion. According to Roberts, James recounted Harris stating she fired the weapon three times, before Lanez allegedly intervened, causing two additional shots to be fired.
This aligns, Roberts claims, with testimony from Sean Kelly, a trial witness who reported seeing two women fighting before gunshots rang out. This new testimony suggests Lanez may not have fired the shots at all.
- Key Point: The new testimony directly contradicts Megan Thee Stallion's account of the incident.
Roberts further highlighted alleged inconsistencies in the original trial, including the fact that only Lanez's DNA was tested, despite the presence of unknown DNA on the gun. He questioned why DNA samples from Harris and the driver weren't collected or, if collected, not made available to the defense.
- Key Point: The defense argues that the lack of thorough forensic investigation casts doubt on the prosecution's case.
Lanez's Prison Attack and Plea for Clemency
The timing of this revelation is particularly striking. Just days before the press conference, Lanez was viciously stabbed 14 times in a prison yard attack. His injuries were severe, including collapsed lungs and wounds to his head and torso. His father, Sonstar Peterson, reported that Lanez was airlifted to a hospital and is recovering, but the attack has understandably heightened concerns for his safety.
Given the severity of the stabbing and the new evidence, Lanez's legal team is calling on California Governor Gavin Newsom to pardon or commute his sentence. A Change.org petition supporting this request has already gathered tens of thousands of signatures.
- Key Point: The prison stabbing adds another layer of complexity to the case, fueling the argument that Lanez's life is in danger.
Megan Thee Stallion's Response
Megan Thee Stallion's attorney, Alex Spiro, issued a strong statement refuting the new claims. Spiro emphasized that Lanez was fairly tried and convicted by a jury and that this new evidence does not change the facts of the case. He characterized the new claims as "desperate" and insisted this was not a political matter but a case of a violent assault.
- Key Point: The opposing sides remain sharply divided, with a clear battle of narratives unfolding.
Conclusion: An Ongoing Battle for Justice
The Tory Lanez case remains deeply complex and far from resolved. The emergence of this new testimony, coupled with the recent prison attack, has reignited public debate and intensified the legal battle. Whether this new evidence will be enough to overturn the conviction remains to be seen, but it undeniably adds a significant new chapter to this already high-profile and controversial story. The coming months will likely bring further developments and legal challenges as both sides fight for justice.
