Diddy Denied Bail Ahead of Sentencing in Prostitution Case
UPDATE: A federal judge in New York has just denied Sean “Diddy” Combs bail, declaring he poses a flight risk and a danger to the community as he awaits sentencing on October 3, 2023. Combs was recently convicted of transportation to engage in prostitution, which mandates incarceration, according to Judge Arun Subramanian.
This decision comes after a jury found Combs guilty of two counts related to prostitution, following a tense eight-week federal trial. The judge cited disturbing evidence of violence from a 2016 hotel surveillance video, which reportedly shows Combs kicking and dragging Cassie Ventura.
Judge Subramanian emphasized that there were no “exceptional reasons” to grant Combs bail. He stated that the evidence of “violence, coercion, or subjugation” significantly impacted his decision. The prosecution argued that Combs had threatened and victimized women involved in these incidents, contradicting the defense’s claim that the transportation of male escorts was part of a consensual “swingers lifestyle.”
“The record here contains evidence of all three,” Judge Subramanian stated, highlighting the severity of Combs’ actions.
Defense attorneys attempted to argue that unique circumstances warranted Combs’ release, but the judge dismissed their claims. He noted that while Combs may present a narrative of willing participation, the evidence suggests otherwise, with victims facing threats and coercion.
Additionally, Combs raised concerns about conditions at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, claiming it was unsafe and squalid. However, Judge Subramanian affirmed that jail staff had maintained his safety, even during a reported incident of violence from another inmate.
Combs has now been incarcerated for 11 months, and the focus remains on the upcoming sentencing. The case has drawn significant media attention and public interest, as it involves high-profile figures and allegations of serious misconduct.
This is a developing story. Stay tuned for more updates as they become available.
