ABC News - Megan Thee Stallion seeks restraining order against imprisoned Tory Lanez
Megan Thee Stallion has filed for a restraining order against rapper Tory Lanez, who is serving a 10-year sentence for shooting her in 2020. Despite his imprisonment, Megan claims Lanez is orchestrating a harassment campaign through surrogates, including blogger Mro Cooper. She has also filed a lawsuit against Cooper for defamation, cyberstalking, and emotional distress. The case has sparked significant cultural debate, with public opinion divided between supporting Megan or Lanez. The court will consider evidence such as financial transactions and communications to determine if Lanez is directing the harassment. If the restraining order is granted, it could lead to further legal consequences for Lanez, although it is primarily a civil matter.
Key Points:
- Megan Thee Stallion alleges harassment by Tory Lanez through surrogates while he's imprisoned.
- She seeks a restraining order and has filed a lawsuit against blogger Mro Cooper for defamation.
- The case has divided public opinion, with significant cultural impact beyond the courtroom.
- Evidence like financial transactions and communications will be crucial in court.
- A restraining order could lead to additional legal consequences for Lanez, though it's mainly a civil issue.