Syracuse, New York – A former Syracuse basketball player, Brendan Paul, was arrested in Miami on Monday on felony charges. Paul is accused of being involved in an alleged drug-related incident linked to rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs. The 25-year-old was reportedly taken into custody at the Miami airport before boarding Diddy’s private jet.
According to court records accessed by sources, Paul was charged with possession of cocaine and a controlled substance. Despite being released after posting a $2,500 bail, Paul’s arrest has raised questions regarding his potential involvement in illicit activities.
The arrest came amidst federal agents conducting raids on Combs’ homes in Los Angeles and Miami. These raids followed a series of recent lawsuits against the rapper, including accusations of sexual assault and sex trafficking. However, specific details about the charges or investigations against Combs have not been disclosed by authorities.
Paul’s name surfaced in a lawsuit filed earlier in February by music producer Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones. In the lawsuit, Paul is described as Combs’ “mule” and is alleged to have facilitated the distribution of drugs and firearms for the rapper. Additionally, Paul is accused of assisting Combs and his associates in alleged sex trafficking activities by providing cash payments to sex workers.
A former walk-on guard for the Syracuse basketball program, Paul’s journey from being a collegiate athlete to being involved in a high-profile legal case has stunned many. Despite his limited playing time during his time at Syracuse, Paul’s recent activities have brought unwanted attention to his past and present connections.
His upcoming court appearance on April 24 will shed more light on the allegations and charges brought against him. As the legal proceedings unfold, the case involving Brendan Paul and his alleged ties to Diddy continue to attract nationwide interest and speculation. Whether Paul’s association with Combs will have lasting repercussions on his career and reputation remains to be seen.