LOS ANGELES (AP) – Hip hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs and his son are facing a civil lawsuit alleging sexual assault on a yacht chartered by Diddy nearly a year and a half ago. The lawsuit accuses Christian “King” Combs of drugging and assaulting a female worker during a trip to St. Martin in December 2022.
The female yacht worker claims in the lawsuit that she was drugged, groped, and forced into oral sex by Christian Combs during the trip. Diddy is included in the lawsuit due to being the one who leased the yacht for the trip. Legal analysts suggest that Diddy’s involvement stems from his financial status rather than any direct involvement in the allegations against his son.
Representatives for Sean and Christian Combs have vehemently denied the allegations, describing them as baseless and an attempt to seek media attention. The Combs’ attorney criticized the woman’s lawyer, Tyrone Blackburn, accusing him of a pattern of filing unfounded cases for publicity and prompt settlements.
The family is also facing legal challenges beyond this lawsuit, including lawsuits related to sexual abuse and a federal investigation into potential sex trafficking. Legal experts anticipate a protracted process for the federal probe, noting the thorough nature of such investigations and the government’s cautious approach in building cases.
Amidst the legal troubles, Diddy’s reputation and career may be at stake as the allegations and investigations unfold. The public scrutiny and legal battles could have lasting implications for the Combs family, impacting both their personal and professional lives. As developments in the lawsuits and investigations progress, the outcome remains uncertain, but the repercussions could be significant for all involved.