Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs named in seven new lawsuits – UPI.com
October 22, 2024 – Seven new civil lawsuits have been filed against Sean “Diddy” Combs, further intensifying the legal storm surrounding the hip-hop mogul. These suits, submitted to a federal court in New York, come amid ongoing allegations of sexual assault, sex trafficking, and racketeering. The accusations involve four men and three women who claim to have been victims at various high-profile parties hosted by Combs in Los Angeles, New York, and Las Vegas over the years. The youngest of the plaintiffs was just 13 years old at the time of the alleged incident.
Diddy, whose real name is Sean Combs, remains in custody at a Brooklyn jail. He is also awaiting trial for federal charges of sex trafficking and racketeering, which could result in a life sentence if convicted. Combs, through his legal team, has denied all the allegations and has pleaded not guilty to the federal charges. His lawyers have condemned the wave of lawsuits, describing them as attempts to exploit his fame for publicity.
The new lawsuits offer more disturbing accounts of alleged abuse. They describe a pattern in which alcohol or drugs were used to incapacitate victims, leaving them vulnerable to sexual assault. In many of these cases, the plaintiffs claim that Combs either directly assaulted them or used his influence to ensure others committed the acts.
In one of the most shocking cases, a 13-year-old girl claims that she was raped by Combs and another male celebrity after a party celebrating the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards. The lawsuit does not name the other celebrity involved, but it suggests a long history of abuse orchestrated by Combs and his associates.
Another case involves an independent female artist who alleges that she was drugged at a party and woke up to find herself in extreme pain. She claims that she had been tied up during her unconscious state and raped by Combs. The plaintiff said she found imprints on her arms suggesting she had been restrained by ropes, which further fueled her belief that she was victimized while unable to defend herself.
A third lawsuit filed by a man accuses Combs of exposing himself and then groping his genitals aggressively during a party. The victim claims the incident left him traumatized and ashamed.
A fourth case involves a celebrity personal trainer who alleges that in 2022, he was invited to one of Combs’ infamous parties at his Hollywood Hills home. He says the night took a dark turn when he was taken into a private room where Combs allegedly assaulted him by removing his pants and performing oral sex without consent. The personal trainer also claimed that many high-profile celebrities were engaging in group sexual activities throughout the party.
Another woman alleges that she was drugged at a party hosted in Combs’ hotel suite. She says she woke up naked and confused, with Combs sitting nearby, talking on the phone. This account mirrors many of the allegations made in previous lawsuits, all painting a grim picture of how these parties often ended for the guests.
One of the more recent accusations comes from a 17-year-old aspiring musician who claims to have been assaulted at a party hosted by Combs. This incident adds to the mounting evidence that Combs allegedly preyed on vulnerable young people in the music industry, using his position of power to abuse those hoping for a break in their careers.
A former security firm employee also stepped forward, filing a lawsuit claiming that Combs drugged him at a party and then assaulted him by sticking his hands into the man’s pants. This case highlights the range of Combs’ alleged predatory behavior, extending even to those hired to protect him.
These latest filings add to the nearly year-long list of accusations against Combs. He has been accused of rape, sexual assault, domestic violence, and grooming. In many of these instances, plaintiffs allege that Combs used his wealth, influence, and fear tactics to manipulate and control those around him. Many also claim that his business ventures, which include music, fashion, and alcohol brands, were used to fund and facilitate the abusive activities.
In addition to sexual assault, prosecutors have accused Combs of orchestrating a criminal enterprise involved in kidnapping, forced labor, bribery, and other crimes. They argue that he maintained control over victims through threats of violence and used this leverage to force women into participating in drug-fueled orgies, often involving male prostitutes.
Despite the seriousness of these accusations, Combs continues to deny all charges. His legal team insists that he has never engaged in sexual misconduct, whether with adults or minors, men or women. However, with over 100 clients reportedly planning to sue him, the outlook for the music mogul appears grim.
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ trial for the federal charges is scheduled for May 2025. If found guilty, the once-celebrated hip-hop icon could face life imprisonment. For now, he remains in jail without bail, awaiting what could be the most high-profile trial in the history of the entertainment industry. His fall from grace has shocked many, and the legal battles ahead promise to be long and complicated.
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