Diddy’s prosecutors drop several charges against the mogul just days before the trial ends
The Feds have withdrawn specific allegations, but all charges remain.
Written by Regina Cho
Over the past six weeks, Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal sex trafficking trial has taken many turns, and it now appears that the case will soon come to an end. As of today, June 25, the mogul is facing a number of serious charges, but prosecutors have stated that they are dropping some of them.
“The theories of attempted kidnapping, attempted arson, and aiding and abetting sex trafficking will not be pursued,” the government stated in a letter to the judge issued Tuesday, June 24, which Fox News was able to receive.
“The Court’s request for more concise instructions is recognized by the Government. In light of this, the government has proposed methods to simplify those directives. Instructions pertaining to (i) attempted kidnapping under both California and New York law, (ii) attempted arson under California law, and (iii) aiding and abetting sex trafficking have been specifically removed from the charge by the Government. Instructions are no longer required because the government no longer intends to pursue these theories of liability.
According to the BBC, the defense team for the Bad Boy creator rested their case yesterday after arguing “for only about 20 minutes.” In an effort to demonstrate that they were willing participants in the mogul’s “freak-offs,” they displayed a “quick presentation” that primarily consisted of messages from his former lovers. Additionally, Diddy chose not to testify, and no witnesses were called to the stand.
Over the past few weeks, prosecutors have called dozens of witnesses to testify, including Combs’ former employees, Cassie Ventura and her mother, and Kid Cudi.
“I’m doing great, your honor,” Diddy remarked in a brief conversation with Judge Arun Subramanian. I wanted to express my gratitude because you’re doing a fantastic job.
Combs has maintained his innocence despite being charged with racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, deception, or coercion, and transportation to engage in prostitution. Combs could spend 15 years to life in prison if found guilty of the crime for which he was arrested on September 16, 2024.
