In a bold move to contest his 2023 conviction for the shooting of Megan Thee Stallion, Tory Lanez's legal team has unveiled a new website, 36HoursLater.com. The site aims to present what they claim is suppressed evidence that could exonerate the Canadian rapper.
📌 What’s on the Website?
The website features several key pieces of evidence:
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Witness Audio: A recording of Sean Kelly, an alleged eyewitness, stating he saw a woman fire the gun the night of the incident. This suggests that Kelsey Harris, not Lanez, may have been the shooter.
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Police Bodycam Footage: Videos from the night of the shooting, which the defense argues were not fully considered during the trial.
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Case Timeline: A detailed breakdown of events, including the 36-hour period following the shooting, which the website suggests was critical in understanding the case.
The website's name, "36 Hours Later," refers to this critical window, during which Lanez's legal team believes key evidence was overlooked.
⚖️ Legal Context
Lanez, whose real name is Daystar Peterson, was sentenced to 10 years in prison after being convicted of first-degree assault with a firearm, discharge of a firearm with gross negligence, and having a concealed firearm in a vehicle. He has maintained his innocence throughout the trial and subsequent sentencing.
His current legal representation, Unite the People, has been vocal in challenging aspects of the original trial. They have previously filed motions arguing that prosecutors overstated the value of certain evidence and interfered with Lanez's right to counsel by suggesting his former lawyer attempted to bribe Kelsey Harris. These claims have been central to their strategy in seeking a new trial.
🔍 Public Reaction
The launch of 36HoursLater.com has sparked widespread discussion online. Supporters of Lanez view the website as a necessary step in ensuring a fair trial, while critics argue that it serves as a publicity stunt. The inclusion of the witness audio has particularly drawn attention, with many questioning why this testimony wasn't presented during the original trial.
🧭 What's Next?
It remains to be seen how the newly presented evidence will impact Lanez's legal standing. The website's launch is part of a broader effort by his legal team to overturn the conviction and secure a new trial. As the case develops, it will likely continue to be a topic of significant public and legal interest.
For more information and to review the evidence yourself, visit 36HoursLater.com.