Megan Thee Stallion Takes Legal Action Against Tory Lanez Amid Harassment Allegations
Megan Thee Stallion has filed for a temporary restraining order (TRO) against Tory Lanez, accusing him of continuing a “campaign of harassment” from prison. This legal step comes nearly 18 months after Lanez was sentenced to 10 years in prison for the July 2020 shooting incident involving the rapper.
Key Allegations in Megan’s Case
Megan’s legal team submitted a 194-page document to the Los Angeles County Superior Court on December 17, detailing Lanez’s alleged actions to discredit and harm her:
Use of Bloggers to Spread Defamation: The document claims Lanez employed third-party bloggers, including Milagro Gramz (Milagro Elizabeth Cooper), to publish defamatory content about Megan.
Financial Payments:
Zelle records show Lanez’s father, Sonstar Carlisle John Peterson, made six payments totaling $3,000 to Milagro Gramz between October 2020 and March 2022.
Jail phone calls reveal discussions between Lanez and his father about these payments.
Cyberstalking and Deepfake Content: Cooper allegedly shared deepfake pornographic content of Megan, contributing to her emotional distress.
Ongoing Trauma and Megan’s Request for Protection
Megan’s lawyers argue that Lanez’s actions, even from prison, force her to repeatedly relive the traumatic events of 2020. They emphasize the psychological toll this has taken on her, stating Lanez has waged “psychological warfare” against Megan through his “media puppets.”
The TRO request includes the following measures:
Physical Distance: Lanez must stay at least 100 yards away from Megan, her home, workplace, and vehicle.
No Contact: Lanez is prohibited from contacting Megan, directly or indirectly.
Cease Online Harassment: Lanez and his representatives must stop any actions aimed at defaming or harassing Megan online.
Megan’s Legal and Emotional Concerns
Megan’s lawyers argue that without a restraining order, she will lack protection when Lanez is eventually released from prison. They emphasize that the ongoing harassment and defamation cause Megan “severe emotional distress” and fears for her safety.
The TRO seeks:
- Lanez to stay at least 100 yards away from Megan, her home, workplace, and vehicle.
- Prohibition of direct or indirect contact.
- A halt to his alleged online harassment.
Concerns About Lanez’s Potential Release
Megan’s legal team points out that without an active restraining order, Megan will have no formal protection upon Lanez’s release from prison. This possibility reportedly causes Megan severe anxiety and fear for her safety.
“Years after the criminal trial, [Tory], by and through his media puppets, continues to reoffend [Megan] by forcing her to relive this trauma,” the filing reads.
Background on Previous Protective Orders
Megan had previously been granted a protective order against Lanez in October 2020, followed by a gag order in February 2021 to prevent Lanez from speaking about the case publicly. These measures, however, expired in 2023.
A court hearing is set for January 9, 2025, during which a judge will decide whether to grant Megan the restraining order. This legal development highlights Megan’s ongoing battle for justice and safety while addressing the challenges of navigating a public life under scrutiny and harassment.
This case could set a precedent for protecting victims of harassment in situations where the perpetrator is incarcerated but still has influence outside prison walls.
