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The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) has named the inmate who allegedly stabbed rapper Tory Lanez 14 times in custody. The attack occurred on May 12, 2025, at the California Correctional Institution in Tehachapi.
CDCR reports the suspect is a 41-year-old Santino Casio, who is already serving a life sentence for serious offenses. Tory Lanez, whose real name is Daystar Peterson, was assaulted during the early morning hours within one of the prison's housing units. He was taken to the hospital with severe injuries, such as two collapsed lungs.
To date, Tory Lanez is recuperating and is reportedly in stable condition, breathing independently. The CDCR and the Kern County District Attorney's Office are currently investigating the stabbing. Casio was housed in a single cell in restricted housing until further information could be gathered by officials. Additionally, officials are investigating any possible motive the attacker may have had.
Who is Santino Casio and what is his criminal background?
According to the Los Angeles Times, on May 13, 2025, Santino Casio is a 41-year-old prisoner who is serving a life sentence with the potential for parole. His initial charges were for second-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, use of a deadly weapon, and inflicting great bodily harm.
Casio was sent to the California Correctional Institution at Tehachapi in 2004. He was relocated from the Los Angeles County jail upon conviction. The facility is a maximum-security prison with inmates serving life or long-term sentences. It has been reported by the BBC News on May 13, 2025, that Casio has a well-documented past of violent offenses while being behind bars.
He was given six years in prison in 2008 for the assault of another prisoner using an offensive weapon. In 2018, he was sentenced again to two years for making or possessing an offence while behind bars.
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What happened to Tory Lanez in the Tehachapi prison?
On May 13, 2025, according to NPR, the stabbing occurred at approximately 7:20 a.m. within a housing unit. Tory Lanez was stabbed 14 times. Seven wounds were on his back, four on his torso, two on the back of his head, and one on the left side of his face. The injuries forced both of Lanez's lungs to shut down. He was hospitalized and underwent emergency treatment.
According to the last reports, Tory Lanez is stable and breathing independently. His recovery is still progressing, and he remains under close observation by doctors. Bakersfield Now, on May 13, 2025, reported that no prison staff were hurt in the attack.
The authorities immediately separated the inmates and summoned medical assistance. No motive for the attack has been released yet. Investigators are examining the surveillance tapes and collecting statements from witnesses to determine further.
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What happens next in the investigation and for the suspect?
According to the Associated Press on May 13, 2025, prison authorities have transferred Casio to restricted housing or solitary confinement. He will stay there while the investigation is conducted by the CDCR and the Kern County District Attorney's Office.
Authorities are investigating how Casio was able to execute the attack. They are verifying whether any employees missed red flags and if there were security loopholes. The probe might also investigate if a weapon was brought in or manufactured on prison grounds.
Casio could be charged with new criminal offenses depending on the investigation results. If convicted of attempted murder or assault again, it could impact his eligibility for parole or result in additional time behind bars. No official charges have been filed as of yet.
The stabbing of Tory Lanez within a California prison has left several questions regarding prison safety and inmate violence. CDCR has identified Santino Casio as the suspect and relocated him to solitary confinement.
Lanez is recovering and is said to be stable. Officials are still investigating the motive, how the attack occurred, and what should be done next. This case is still open, and further updates will be made as the investigation continues.
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