In a dramatic turn of events in the Tory Lanez case, new evidence has surfaced suggesting that Kelsey Harris, a former friend of Megan Thee Stallion, may have been the actual shooter in the incident that left the rapper injured. This revelation comes after a press conference held by Lanez’s legal team, Unite the People, where they introduced Bradley James, Harris’s bodyguard and driver, as a key witness.
James, who claims to have been present during the night of the shooting, stated that he overheard Harris admit to firing a gun during the altercation. According to his testimony, she allegedly fired three shots, which were then followed by two additional shots when Tory Lanez attempted to wrest the weapon from her grasp. This contradicts the prosecution’s narrative, which maintained that Lanez was the one who shot Megan Thee Stallion.
At the press conference, Walter Roberts, head of Unite the People, shared James’s account, emphasizing that he was not bound by any confidentiality agreements and felt compelled to come forward due to his conscience. James’s testimony aligns with that of a non-partisan witness, Shan Kelly, who reported seeing two women engaged in a struggle, followed by gunfire from the passenger side of the vehicle, where Harris was seated.
This new evidence raises significant questions about the integrity of the initial investigation, particularly the decision to only test Lanez’s DNA. Despite three potential suspects in the car that night, only Lanez’s DNA was collected, while unknown DNA was discovered on the firearm itself. The absence of testing on Harris’s and the driver’s DNA has sparked concerns regarding transparency in the legal proceedings.
The case has attracted renewed attention after Lanez was recently attacked in prison, suffering 14 stab wounds, which many view as a serious threat to his safety. Following this incident, James felt it was urgent to disclose what he knew to prevent an innocent man from remaining incarcerated.
The legal team is now advocating for a pardon for Lanez, arguing that the evidence presented suggests a miscarriage of justice. They highlight the discrepancies in Megan Thee Stallion’s statements and the prosecution’s case, asserting that the case would not hold up under scrutiny in any fair courtroom.
With a petition for Lanez’s pardon gaining traction—amassing over 71,000 signatures—supporters are calling for a reevaluation of the case. They point to the lack of physical evidence linking Lanez to the shooting and the eyewitness accounts that contradict the established narrative.
As the case unfolds, the implications of these revelations stretch far beyond Lanez himself, touching on issues of systemic injustice and the treatment of Black individuals within the legal system. Advocates are urging for immediate action, insisting that Lanez deserves not only a fair trial but also protection from further harm while he remains imprisoned.
The developments have reignited discussions about the circumstances surrounding the shooting and the treatment of those involved, prompting many to question the motives behind the original prosecution and the potential for a broader conspiracy at play. As public interest continues to grow, all eyes will remain on the legal proceedings and the potential for a retrial or pardon for Tory Lanez.