Tory Lanez is recovering after reportedly being stabbed 14 times during a violent altercation with another inmate at the California Correctional Facility. While initial reports suggested the injuries were not life-threatening, a new statement shared via Lanez’s Instagram account reveals the attack was far more serious than first believed.
According to the post, Lanez suffered seven stab wounds to his back, four to his torso, two to the back of his head, and one to the side of his face. As a result, both of his lungs collapsed, forcing medical staff to place him on a breathing machine. Fortunately, the Canadian artist is now breathing on his own and can speak, though the severity of the incident has understandably shaken fans.
Just days before the attack, Lanez had shared photos online showcasing a noticeably bulked-up physique. Despite his ongoing prison sentence, he had remained engaged with supporters, even promising new music and content from behind bars. Now, all signs point to a lengthy recovery period, with his health taking priority.
At this time, the motive behind the stabbing remains unclear, and officials have yet to release the identity of the perpetrator. While details surrounding the incident continue to emerge, the latest update clarifies that the injuries were far more harrowing than initially reported, and Tory Lanez’s road to recovery may be a long one.